Prepositions of Place: In, On, Under and More

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Where is the ball? Is it in the box, on the box or under the box? Little words like these are called prepositions of place, and they tell us exactly where something is. In this free grammar lesson for kids, your child reads one easy rule, looks at clear example sentences, and then answers practice questions straight away. It is perfect for home practice or a quick classroom warm-up, and it helps children speak and write sentences that are clear and correct.

How to play

Read the rule aloud twice and look at the bold key words.
Read each example sentence and point to the preposition in brackets.
Answer the practice questions one by one and read the reason after each answer.
Finish by saying three sentences about your own room, such as "My bag is under the desk."

In this activity your child learns prepositions of place — the small words that show position, such as in, on, under, above, behind, between, near and in front of. Children often mix up in and on, or above and under, so this lesson gives one short rule, clear examples and immediate practice. Your child will begin to notice position words in reading, use them in speaking, and write fuller sentences such as "The cat is sleeping under the chair." For extra fun, ask your child to hide a toy and describe where it is using a new preposition each time.

Frequently asked questions

What are prepositions of place for kids?

Prepositions of place are small words that tell us where something is. Common ones are in, on, under, above, behind, between, near and in front of. They always come before a naming word, for example: the book is on the table.

What is the difference between in and on?

We use in when something is inside something else, like pencils in a box or juice in a glass. We use on when something touches the top or the surface of something, like a plate on the table or a poster on the wall.

What age is this grammar lesson suitable for?

It works best for children aged six to eight, in Classes 1 to 3. Younger children can try it with an adult reading the sentences aloud, while older children can use it as a quick revision before writing exercises or tests.

How can I practise prepositions at home?

Play a simple hiding game. Place a toy in, on, under or behind something and ask your child to say where it is in a full sentence. You can also ask position questions while tidying the room or packing the school bag.

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Updated 5 Nov 2026