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Subject: English
Semester: 2
Period: 6
Week: 33
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: English Language
Grade Level: Grade 4
Date: Week 33
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 33, Period 6
Topic: Prepositions and Prepositional Phrases
Sub-topic: Identification and Usage
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to identify prepositions and prepositional phrases and use them in sentences
Previous Knowledge
Students know basic sentence structure and nouns
Instructional Materials
English Language textbook for Grade 4, classroom objects, flashcards, board
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Ask learners where objects are located in the classroom. Example: book on the desk, bag under the chair
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
👦🏽👧🏼 Learners’ Activities (Expanded & Detailed)
- Introduction and Explanation
- Teacher introduces prepositions as words that show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, often indicating direction, place, time, cause, or purpose.
- Explain that a prepositional phrase consists of a preposition + its object (a noun or pronoun) + any modifiers that describe the object.
- Examples are provided using familiar classroom objects and text excerpts:
- to fight a man (purpose/goal)
- for the sake of his love (reason/cause)
- when the time comes (time)
- where to begin the story (place/point of reference)
- Teacher models how prepositional phrases add detail and meaning to sentences.
- Identification Activity
- Students read short sentences and underline or highlight the prepositions and prepositional phrases.
- Sample sentences:
- The book is on the table.
- She waited for the bus.
- We met at the park before noon.
- He looked where the noise came from.
- Discuss how the prepositions link nouns/pronouns to other parts of the sentence.
- Forming Prepositional Phrases
- Teacher provides prompts (e.g., to + object, for + object, when + phrase, where + phrase).
- Students create full prepositional phrases from prompts, for example:
- to + fight + a man → to fight a man
- for + the sake + of his love → for the sake of his love
- when + the time + comes → when the time comes
- where + to + begin + the story → where to begin the story
- Describing Positions Activity
- Students describe the location of objects in the classroom using prepositions:
- The clock is above the door.
- The pen is under the book.
- The chair is next to the desk.
- This activity builds spatial awareness and practical use of prepositions.
- Group Sentence Creation
- In small groups, learners write at least 5 sentences using different prepositions and prepositional phrases.
- Groups share sentences aloud; the teacher gives feedback and corrections as needed.
- Encourage using prepositions that indicate time, place, cause, and purpose.
✅ Assessment Checks
- Oral Check: Students describe locations of objects around the classroom or their own belongings using appropriate prepositions and phrases.
- Written Exercise: Students underline prepositions and prepositional phrases in a set of sentences, identifying both components correctly.
- Quick Quiz: Teacher calls out sentences; students point out the preposition and its phrase.
📘 Notes (Expanded & Detailed)
- What are Prepositions?
Prepositions are words that show how a noun or pronoun relates to another word in the sentence. They often describe: - Location/Place: on, under, above, next to
- Time: before, after, when
- Cause or Purpose: for, because of
- Direction: to, toward
- Prepositional Phrases:
These are groups of words starting with a preposition and ending with the object of the preposition (a noun/pronoun) plus any modifiers. They add important detail and clarity. - Example: for the sake of his love (preposition + modifiers + object)
- Importance:
Using prepositions and prepositional phrases correctly makes writing and speech clearer, more descriptive, and more precise. They help the listener or reader understand relationships in time, space, and logic. - Common Prepositions Covered:
to, for, when, where – focus on their different uses (direction, purpose, time, place). - Tips for Teaching:
Use concrete examples and visual aids (e.g., classroom objects, pictures). Encourage hands-on activities and real-life application. Repeat practice through writing, speaking, and peer collaboration. - Possible Challenges:
Students may confuse prepositions with conjunctions or adverbs; emphasize the role of prepositions linking nouns/pronouns to other parts of the sentence.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Using prepositions and prepositional phrases makes sentences descriptive and meaningful
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz: write a sentence using a preposition
Teacher will provide oral feedback
Assignment (Expanded):
Create 5 sentences with prepositions describing your home or school
Follow-up Activity:
Classroom preposition hunt game
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Pair work, visual cues, allow learners to act out prepositional phrases
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low