Prepositions
By Mrs. Pintor
What is a preposition?
Objectives:
1. Explain what a preposition is
2. List 3 prepositions
3. Underline the preposition in a sentence
What is a preposition?
Prepositions show the position of a noun or pronoun in time or space.
The circle is below the caterpillar.
• A preposition shows the “position” of something in time or space (a location or place)
Time Space (not outer space, a location or place)
Prepositions in Space
• A preposition can tell the location of something
• The cake is on the table.
Preposition in space
• The pig is above the pyramid.
Preposition in space
• The fish are swimming under the water.
Preposition in space
• The climber is upon the mountain.
Preposition in space
• The bowl is near the eggs.
Prepositions in Time
Prepositions in time, show a position in time:
• During the movie, I fell asleep.
• Since I fell, my ankle has been sore.
• I won’t go to the store until 5:00 pm.
Watch a video about prepositions:
• Pepe & Petunia
• What is a preposition?
Shows a position in time or space
Name some prepositions from this slide show--- (they are underlined in blue)
• Can you explain prepositions?
• Can you name 3 prepositions?
If you can’t do the things above, go through the powerpoint again and try to find the answers.