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T.2 Position words in stories

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Learning Position Words

Position words tell us where something is. They help us understand where objects or people are placed in relation to others.

Examples:
  • The cat is under the table.
  • The ball is on the chair.
  • The dog is next to the box.
Remember!

Position words show where something is located. They are used in reading, writing, and everyday conversation.

Using Position Words in Sentences

We use position words to describe where an object is. The position word usually comes after the object we are talking about.

Examples:
  • The toy is on the bed.
  • The shoes are under the chair.
  • The book is behind the pillow.
Tip

Look around your home or classroom and use position words to describe what you see, like β€œThe pen is on the desk” or β€œThe bag is next to the door.”

Common Position Words

It is important to learn and recognize common position words. These words help us give clear directions and understand stories better.

Examples:
  • in – The ball is in the box.
  • on – The hat is on the head.
  • under – The shoes are under the bed.
  • next to – The dog is next to the tree.
  • behind – The backpack is behind the chair.
  • between – The cat is between the pillows.
Helpful Hint

Practice using these words by placing objects around the room. Say where they are using the correct position word.

Sorting and Grouping with Position Words

Position words can help us organize and compare objects by describing where they are placed.

Examples:
  • Put all toys that are on the table together.
  • Find the items that are under the desk.
  • Group the pictures that show something next to a chair.
Keep in Mind

When sorting, look carefully at where each object is placed. The position word will tell you how to group it.

Recognizing Position Words in Stories

Stories often use position words to make details clearer. Paying attention to these words helps us imagine the scene better.

Examples:
  • Story: "The puppy hid under the bed." β€” The word tells us where the puppy went.
  • Story: "She put the cookies on the plate." β€” The word shows us where the cookies are placed.
Final Thought

Position words are important in reading, speaking, and writing. They help us describe, compare, and understand where things are.