Welcome to Prepositions! – What are prepositions? – Prepositions are words that connect and show the position or time relationship between different things in a sentence. – Prepositions show relationships – They help us understand where or when something is in relation to something else. – Common prepositions: on, in, by – Examples include ‘on’ the table, ‘in’ the box, ‘by’ the tree, ‘with’ a friend, ‘under’ the bridge. – Using prepositions in sentences | This slide introduces the concept of prepositions to third-grade students. Prepositions are important parts of speech that show the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence, often indicating time or place. Use everyday examples to illustrate how prepositions function, such as ‘The cat is on the mat,’ or ‘She arrived after the movie started.’ Encourage students to think of prepositions as ‘relationship words’ that help to connect ideas in a sentence. Provide additional examples and ask students to identify the prepositions and the relationships they describe. This will help them understand how to select the best preposition to complete a sentence.

Where is the Cat? Learning Prepositions – Visual examples with a cat – Pictures of a cat on, under, beside, etc. – Prepositions show location – Words like ‘on’ and ‘under’ tell us where – Discuss the cat’s whereabouts – Talk about where the cat is in each picture – Interactive Q&A session | This slide is aimed at helping third-grade students understand the concept of prepositions as words that describe the location of an object, in this case, a cat. Use visual aids showing a cat in various locations relative to other objects (e.g., on a chair, under a table, beside a box). Explain that prepositions are important for giving precise information about where things are. Engage the students by asking them to describe the cat’s location using prepositions in an interactive Q&A. This will help them apply what they’ve learned in a fun and engaging way. Encourage students to think of their own examples and share them with the class.

Prepositions in Action – What are prepositions? – Find prepositions in sentences – Look for words that show position or direction – Use playground context – Imagine where things are on a playground – Example: ‘The girl is swinging ABOVE the ground.’ – ‘ABOVE’ tells us where the girl is compared to the ground | This slide introduces students to the concept of prepositions and their use in sentences. Begin by explaining that prepositions are words that show the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence, often indicating location or direction. Use a familiar setting, such as a playground, to help students visualize and understand prepositions in context. Provide clear examples, like ‘The girl is swinging ABOVE the ground,’ and ask students to identify the preposition and discuss its meaning. Encourage them to think of other prepositions that could fit in the sentence and still make sense, such as ‘The girl is swinging BESIDE the ground.’ This will help them grasp the concept of prepositions and how they can change the meaning of a sentence.

Choosing the Right Preposition – Understanding prepositions – Prepositions link nouns, pronouns to other words – Carefully read the sentence – Look for clues before and after the gap – Consider the relationship – Prepositions show direction, time, location, etc. – Practice with examples – Use exercises to apply what you’ve learned | This slide is aimed at helping third-grade students understand how to select the appropriate preposition to complete a sentence. Begin by explaining that prepositions are words that connect nouns or pronouns to other parts of a sentence, showing relationships such as time, place, or direction. Encourage students to read sentences thoroughly to identify contextual clues that may indicate which preposition is correct. Discuss different types of relationships that prepositions can indicate. Provide plenty of examples and practice sentences, and consider using interactive activities where students can fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. The goal is for students to become comfortable with using prepositions to build clear and meaningful sentences.

Practice Makes Perfect: Prepositions – Fill in the blanks with prepositions – Choose the right word to go into the blank space – Pair up to complete the sentences – Work together and help each other out – Share your answers with the class – Discuss why you chose those prepositions – Understand prepositions better | This slide is designed for a classroom activity focused on the practical application of prepositions in sentence construction. Students are to fill in the blanks with the appropriate prepositions, encouraging them to think about the relationship between the objects and subjects within a sentence. Working in pairs allows for collaborative learning and peer assistance, which can be particularly beneficial for students who may struggle with this concept. After completing the sentences, students will share their answers with the class, providing an opportunity for discussion and reinforcing their understanding of prepositions. The teacher should monitor the pairs, provide guidance as needed, and prepare to discuss common challenges or mistakes observed during the activity. Possible sentences for practice could include: ‘The cat jumped ___ the wall’, ‘She walked ___ the room to greet her friends’, or ‘They waited ___ the bus stop.’

Let’s Play a Game: Preposition Adventure – Play the Preposition board game – Use correct prepositions to move – Choose a preposition to complete the sentence on the board correctly – Race to the finish line – Become the Preposition Pro! – The winner is crowned the Preposition Pro! | This interactive board game is designed to help students practice using prepositions in sentences. Set up a game board with spaces that contain sentences with missing prepositions. Students roll a die and move their piece to the next space, then they must choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence. If they’re correct, they stay; if not, they move back. The game encourages students to think critically about sentence structure and the role of prepositions. It’s a fun way to reinforce the lesson on prepositions and can be adapted for different levels of difficulty. Have a list of prepositions available for students to reference. Possible activities include sentences like ‘The cat jumped ___ the table’ or ‘She walked ___ the park to the library.’

Class Activity: Preposition Hunt – Search for hidden preposition cards – Create sentences using prepositions – Use the prepositions to fill in blanks in sentences – Discuss sentences with classmates – Share your sentences in small groups – Review and learn together – We’ll talk about how prepositions change the meaning of sentences | This interactive activity is designed to help students understand the role of prepositions in sentences. Hide preposition cards around the classroom before the students arrive. Each student must find a card and then construct a sentence using the preposition on their card. Afterward, students will form small groups to share their sentences and discuss how the prepositions they’ve used fit into their sentences. As a teacher, facilitate the group discussions, ensuring that each student participates and understands how prepositions affect sentence meaning. Possible variations of the activity could include creating a story with the found prepositions, drawing pictures to illustrate the sentences, or even using the prepositions to give directions around the classroom.

Wrapping Up Prepositions – Recap: What are prepositions? – Prepositions are words that show location or time, like ‘on’, ‘in’, or ‘at’. – Why prepositions matter – They connect nouns/pronouns to other words, making sentences clear. – Homework: Craft 5 sentences – Share your sentences next class | As we conclude today’s lesson, remind the students of the definition of prepositions and their role in providing additional information about time, location, and direction in sentences. Emphasize the importance of prepositions in everyday communication for clarity and detail. For homework, instruct students to write five original sentences, each using a different preposition. Encourage creativity and the use of their daily activities for context. In the next class, ask volunteers to share their sentences to reinforce learning and celebrate their understanding of prepositions.