What are Prepositions?
Today we’re going to learn about some special words called prepositions. These are words that help us show where things are, when things happen, or how things are related to each other.
Think of prepositions as position words. They tell us:
– Where something is (in, on, under, between)
– When something happens (before, after, during)
– How things move (through, across, along)
Why do we use Prepositions?
Imagine trying to tell your friend where your pencil is without using words like “in,” “on,” or “under.” It would be very difficult! Prepositions help us:
– Give clear directions
– Explain time
– Show how things are connected
Common Prepositions in Action
Location Prepositions:
– The book is on the table.
– The cat is under the bed.
– The bird is in the tree.
– The toy is between the chairs.
Time Prepositions:
– I wake up at 7 o’clock.
– We play during recess.
– I do homework after dinner.
Movement Prepositions:
– The dog ran across the park.
– We walked through the door.
– The car drove around the corner.
How to Spot a Preposition
Here’s a fun trick! Prepositions often tell us where you can put a mouse:
– A mouse can go in a box
– A mouse can go on a shelf
– A mouse can go under a chair
If the word shows where a mouse can go, it’s probably a preposition!
