Where Is It? Prepositions – On & Under (Printable PDF)

Introduction

Understanding basic spatial concepts like “on” and “under” is an essential part of early language development. These prepositions help children describe their surroundings and communicate more effectively. Mastering them also strengthens sentence formation, comprehension, and readiness for more complex grammar.

“Where Is It? Prepositions – On & Under” is a printable PDF resource designed to teach children how to answer “Where” questions using these two foundational prepositions. With 66 real-life illustrations and full-sentence answers, this set is ideal for helping kids build confidence in grammar, vocabulary, and WH-question comprehension.

Perfect for speech therapists, educators, special needs professionals, ESL instructors, and parents, this resource offers a structured yet fun way to reinforce learning through repetition and visual support.

Product Details

• Resource Type: Printable PDF
• Total Pages: 11
• Questions Per Page: 6 WH questions (3 using “on” and 3 using “under”)
• Total Questions: 66 illustrated question-answer pairs
• Focus Prepositions: on and under
• Sentence Format Example:
  • “Where is the bag?” → “The bag is on the table.”
  • “Where is the cat?” → “The cat is under the chair.”
• Design: Clear layout, child-friendly illustrations, and consistent structure
• Print Format: Standard A4 or US Letter size

Educational Benefits

✅ Mastering Core Prepositions

Repetition and visual support help children internalize the correct usage of “on” and “under” in spoken and written language.

✅ WH-Question Comprehension

Children practice understanding and answering “Where” questions, which builds a foundation for everyday conversation, reading, and listening comprehension.

✅ Full Sentence Formation

By seeing and repeating full answers (e.g., “The dog is under the table.”), children move beyond one-word responses and learn to construct complete thoughts.

✅ Supports Visual Learners

Each question is paired with an illustration, making it easier for children to visualize the concept and understand abstract prepositions.

✅ Versatile for Diverse Learning Needs

Ideal for learners with speech delays, autism, ADHD, cognitive challenges, or those acquiring English as a second language (ESL/ELL).

✅ No-Prep, Flexible Use

Whether printed or used digitally, the resource fits easily into therapy sessions, classroom centers, home practice, or virtual lessons.

Instructions for Use

1️⃣ Download and Print

• Print the entire 11-page PDF on A4 or Letter-sized paper.
• Laminate for durability or keep as loose sheets or a binder.

2️⃣ Introduce the Concepts

• Demonstrate the meaning of “on” and “under” using real-world examples.
• Show sample images from the PDF and ask guiding questions:
  • “Where is the pencil?”
  • “Is the apple on or under the table?”

3️⃣ Read and Respond Together

• Read each question aloud: “Where is the toy?”
• Encourage your child or student to answer using the full sentence: “The toy is under the chair.”
• Support with prompts, repetition, or sentence starters if needed.

4️⃣ Use in Multiple Ways

• Cut into individual flashcards for matching or sorting by preposition
• Play games like “Find the Matching Pair” or “Guess the Preposition”
• Act it out using real objects and furniture to make learning kinesthetic
• Use digitally during screen-sharing sessions in teletherapy or online classes

Activities Using the Resource

These hands-on, engaging activities are designed to help children internalize the use of “on” and “under” through repetition, visual cues, real-life connections, and play-based learning.

1. Sort the Prepositions

Objective: Reinforce understanding of “on” vs. “under”
 How to Use:

• Cut apart the cards into individual Q&A pairs.
• Mix them up and have the child sort them into two groups: “on” and “under.”
• Ask them to read each answer aloud while sorting to reinforce sentence structure.

2. Flashcard Q&A Practice

Objective: Encourage expressive language and WH-question comprehension
 How to Use:

• Show the image without the sentence.
• Ask: “Where is the book?”
• Have the child answer with a full sentence: “The book is under the shelf.”
• Offer sentence starters or visual support as needed.

3. Draw and Describe

Objective: Promote sentence formation and creativity
 How to Use:

• Ask children to draw a simple scene using “on” and “under” (e.g., “a hat on the table,” “a cat under the chair”).
• Have them describe their drawing using full sentences, verbally or in writing.

4. Real-Life Object Hunt

Objective: Generalize learning into real-world context
 How to Use:

• Place familiar objects around the room—some on top of furniture, others underneath.
• Ask: “Where is the spoon?” or “Where is the bear?”
• Encourage: “The spoon is on the counter.” / “The bear is under the blanket.”

5. Role-Play or Puppet Game

Objective: Add movement and fun to reinforce concepts
 How to Use:

• Use toys, puppets, or dolls and role-play:
  • “Where is the bunny?” → “The bunny is under the box!”
• Children can “hide” the character and describe its location to peers or parents.

Conclusion

“Where Is It? Prepositions – On & Under” is a thoughtfully designed, no-prep printable that helps children learn to answer “Where” questions using the most essential prepositions in English—on and under.

With 66 illustrated prompts, this resource promotes sentence structure, spatial vocabulary, and expressive communication in a way that's both fun and effective. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or therapist, it's a must-have for your language learning toolkit.

Download today and watch your child confidently describe the world around them—one sentence at a time!