A Digital Prepositions Activity for the Primary Grades

Don’t reach for another prepositions worksheet! Why spend time at the photocopier when you can simply download and project this paperless propositions activity, perfect for the primary grades.

This prepositions activity is an entirely digital resource featuring 15 different interactive slides that make learning prepositions of time, place and direction engaging and accessible for young learners. Whether you’re introducing prepositions for the first time or reviewing them, this resource provides a structured and engaging approach that keeps students motivated.

Here’s a snapshot of some of the exercises you’ll find within this digital prepositions activity:

1. Drag and drop to sort the prepositions and non-prepositions.
2. Drag and drop the correct preposition to match the picture.
3. Move a check mark to cover the preposition shown in the image.
4. Drag and drop the images to the corresponding preposition.
5. Move a check mark to cover the preposition in the sentence.
6. Drag and drop the correct preposition to complete the sentence.
7. Find the preposition in the sentence and type it in the box provided.
8. Use a preposition from the word bank to type a sentence in the box provided.

This digital resource for teaching prepositions downloads as an editable Google Slides file. Should you require answers, these can be downloaded as a separate PDF.

Teaching Prepositions Using Digital Technology

This resource offers multiple ways to enhance teaching prepositions in the classroom. You can use it for:

• Direct Instruction – Project the slides onto an interactive whiteboard and guide students through each activity as a class discussion.
• Guided Group Work – Assign different slides to small groups to encourage collaboration and peer learning.
• Independent Practice – Allow students to work through the activities at their own pace by uploading the resource to individual devices.
• Revision – Share the resource with students for extra practice outside the classroom, ensuring continuous reinforcement.
• Class Review – Use the slides to informally assess students’ understanding of prepositions in a stress-free, engaging manner.

Instantly Download These Digital Preposition Activities

Use the Download button to access the Google Slides file. You will be prompted to make a copy of it before accessing it.

Please note that this resource functions in Edit mode only, not in Presentation mode.

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher in Michigan and a Teach Starter collaborator.

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