When teaching the modal verbs “can” and “can’t,” it’s important to focus on their different uses and meanings. Here are some suggestions on how to teach these modal verbs effectively:
Teach the concept of ability:
- Start by explaining that “can” is used to talk about general ability, something that a person is capable of doing at any time.
- Give examples of abilities, such as swimming, playing an instrument, or speaking a foreign language.
- Emphasize that “can” is used in positive statements to express what someone is able to do.
Teach the negative form “can’t”:
- Explain that “can’t” is the negative form of “can” and is used to express inability or something that someone is not able to do.
- Provide examples of things that someone can’t do, such as flying, speaking a certain language, or lifting heavy objects.
- Highlight that “can’t” is used in negative statements to express what someone is unable to do.
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A fun video for teaching the modal verbs “can” and “can’t