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Welcome to Prepositions! – Prepositions define relationships – They tell us where or when something is – They connect nouns or pronouns – Like ‘The cat is ON the mat’ or ‘She sits UNDER the tree’ – Common prepositions: on, in, under – ‘ABOVE the clouds’, ‘BETWEEN the lines’ – Usage in sentences – ‘The keys are IN the bowl’, ‘Meet me AFTER school’ | This slide introduces the concept of prepositions to third-grade students. Prepositions are words that show the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other parts of the sentence. They often tell us where something is or when something happens. Use everyday examples that the students can relate to, such as objects in the classroom or their daily routines, to illustrate how prepositions work. Encourage the students to come up with their own sentences using the prepositions listed. This will help them understand the practical use of prepositions in their writing and speaking.

Where is the Cat? Understanding Prepositions – Prepositions show location – ‘On’, ‘in’, and ‘under’ are key words – These words tell us where something is – Let’s locate the cat using prepositions – Is the cat on, in, or under the box? – Activity: Point out the cat’s position – Use your prepositions to describe the cat’s location | This slide introduces students to the concept of prepositions as words that show location. Use a visual aid, like a picture of a cat and a box, to demonstrate the prepositions ‘on’, ‘in’, and ‘under’. Encourage the students to participate by pointing out where the cat is in relation to the box using prepositions. This activity will help solidify their understanding of how prepositions can describe the position of an object. For the activity, have several images ready with the cat in different locations relative to the box. Ask the students to describe each new position using the correct preposition. This interactive approach will make the learning process engaging and memorable.

Prepositions in Our Classroom – Discover prepositions around us – Examples: clock above door, rug under feet – ‘Above’ and ‘under’ show where things are – Pair up for a preposition hunt – Work with a buddy to explore – Find 5 prepositions in our room – Be detectives and seek out prepositions | This slide introduces students to the concept of prepositions as words that show the relationship between objects in a space, using their own classroom as an example. Start by explaining what prepositions are and how they are used to describe locations. Use familiar objects in the classroom to illustrate prepositions, such as ‘The clock is above the door’ and ‘The rug is under our feet.’ Then, move on to the interactive activity where students pair up and search the classroom for examples of prepositions, writing down their findings. This activity encourages collaboration and active learning. As a teacher, prepare to guide the students and provide hints if necessary. After the activity, discuss the findings as a class to reinforce their understanding of prepositions.

Prepositions in Sentences – Prepositions link ideas – They show relationships between words – Example: ‘The book is on the table’ – ‘On’ shows where the book is located – Activity: Craft your own sentence – Use a preposition to tell us where or when | This slide introduces the concept of prepositions and their role in connecting ideas within sentences. Start by explaining that prepositions are words that show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, often indicating time, place, or direction. Use the example ‘The book is on the table’ to illustrate a preposition describing location. For the activity, encourage students to think creatively and come up with their own sentences using a preposition. Provide guidance by suggesting they describe where their favorite toy is, or where they like to play. This exercise will help solidify their understanding of prepositions in a fun and interactive way.

Preposition Practice: Fill in the Blanks – Complete sentences with prepositions – ‘The dog jumped ___ the fence’ – What word fits here to show where the dog went? – ‘She walked ___ the library’ – Which word tells us her direction to the library? – Share your answers in class | This slide is designed to engage students in practicing the use of prepositions in sentences. The activity helps them understand how prepositions connect the nouns to the rest of the sentence, indicating direction, location, or time. Encourage students to think about the action and what preposition would logically complete the sentence. For example, ‘over’ might be a good fit for the first sentence, and ‘to’ for the second. During the next class, review the answers together and discuss why each preposition is correct. This reinforces their understanding and helps them remember the function of prepositions in sentences.

Preposition Game Time! – Let’s play a preposition game – Roll the dice to move – Find a space with a preposition – Spaces are marked with words like ‘under’, ‘over’, ‘between’ – Use it in a sentence correctly – For example, ‘The cat is under the table.’ | This interactive game is designed to help students review and practice using prepositions in a fun and engaging way. Set up a game board with spaces containing different prepositions. Students will roll a dice and move their game piece to the appropriate space. Once they land on a space, they must use the preposition in a sentence correctly to remain on that space. If they struggle, they can ask for help or use a ‘hint card’ with example sentences. This activity encourages thinking on the spot and helps solidify the concept of prepositions through practical use. Prepare a list of example sentences for each preposition in case some students need extra help. Also, consider pairing stronger students with those who might need more assistance.

Class Activity: Preposition Scavenger Hunt – Find items matching preposition clues – Work together in small teams – Complete the scavenger hunt – Share discoveries with the class | This interactive activity is designed to help students review and apply their knowledge of prepositions in a fun and engaging way. Divide the class into small teams and provide them with a list of clues that describe the location of various items around the classroom or school using prepositions (e.g., ‘under the clock,’ ‘next to the window’). Each team will search for the items and note them down. After the scavenger hunt, teams will present their findings to the class, discussing the prepositions used. This will reinforce their understanding of prepositions in describing locations. Possible variations of the activity could include drawing the items found in their locations, writing sentences using the prepositions, or even creating their own preposition clues for others to find.

Wrapping Up Prepositions – Recap of today’s prepositions – We learned prepositions are words that show location or time. – The role of prepositions in sentences – They connect nouns/pronouns to other words, showing relation. – Quick preposition quiz – Let’s test our knowledge with a fun quiz! – Why prepositions matter – Understanding prepositions helps us communicate clearly. | As we conclude today’s lesson, we’ll review the key points about prepositions. Prepositions are important because they help us describe where something is or when something happens, making our sentences complete and clear. We’ll reinforce our learning with a quick quiz, asking students to identify prepositions in sentences or to use them correctly in context. This activity will not only assess their understanding but also make them more confident in using prepositions. Remember to praise their efforts and clarify any doubts, ensuring a solid grasp of the concept.