Prepositions are words that show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in the sentence. They often tell us about location, direction, or time.
Ask yourself: “Where? When? In what direction?” A preposition often answers one of these questions.
Prepositions make writing clear and precise. They help readers picture where something is, when something happens, or how things relate to each other.
Prepositions add detail. Without them, sentences may sound choppy or confusing.
Writers use many prepositions to show relationships. Here are some common ones you will see in second grade:
Remember: A preposition usually comes before a noun or pronoun and forms a phrase, like “under the desk” or “after school”.
A prepositional phrase includes a preposition and the noun or pronoun that follows it. These phrases add important details to sentences.
Prepositional phrases tell us more about the action. Try adding one to make your sentences stronger.
Prepositions and prepositional phrases make writing more descriptive and clear. They show how words and ideas connect, helping the reader visualize the sentence.
Always check: Does my sentence tell clearly where, when, or how something happens? If not, a preposition may help!