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Position Words (Prepositions)

Words that show where something is.

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What you will learn in Grade 1

Today's goal: Use simple position words such as in, on, under, beside and behind.

Core concept

in the box

A preposition is a word that tells where one thing is in relation to another.

Core concept

on the table

“On” tells us that something is touching or resting on a surface.

Core concept

under the chair

“Under” tells us that something is below another thing.

Core concept

beside the bag

“Beside” tells us that something is next to another thing.

Core idea

Use simple position words such as in, on, under, beside and behind.

Read the explanation, study the examples and explain the idea in your own words.

Learn with examples

In

The ball is in the box.

“The ball is in the box.” shows the relationship between a noun and another part of the sentence.

On

The book is on the table.

“The book is on the table.” shows the relationship between a noun and another part of the sentence.

Under

The cat is under the chair.

“The cat is under the chair.” shows the relationship between a noun and another part of the sentence.

See the skill in action

Where?ball → in → box
Where?book → on → table
Where?cat → under → chair

Quick check

Where is the pencil in 'The pencil is on the desk'?

Practice like a learner

  1. Choose: The toy is ___ the box. (in/on)
  2. Complete: The shoes are ___ the bed. (under/blue)
  3. Write a sentence using 'beside'.
  4. Draw a ball under a chair.
  5. Find one preposition in a storybook.
Self-check: Can you explain the rule, give a new example and tell someone why your answer is correct?

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