Vocab. Development: Prepositions

Does your nursery need themed resources? Or are you running a group to develop children’s vocabulary? Are you looking for language development ideas for a toy library?
The resources you find in this section (and the other ‘Vocabulary Development’ sections) would be useful in a range of situations.

This section includes products focussing on ‘Preposition’ including words like ‘in’, ‘on’ and ‘under’.


HOW TO HELP VOCABULARY RANGE AND WORD LEARNING.
Young children learn words by hearing them used over and over again, in the correct context. For various reasons, some children struggle to develop their vocabulary range – they learn and use fewer words than expected for their stage of development. Often, these children need the adults around them to actively do something different to support the child’s language learning; for example, to use the vocabulary that is lacking, (e.g. when the child is playing, name the items they are using).

Some of the products listed below can be used in free or directed play. For more specific work, set up groups or work with individuals on a vocabulary theme. If you want more information on vocabulary development for particular children, we advise you to contact your local Speech and Language Therapy Department.

'Who's Hiding' Puzzle Set Who’s that behind the umbrella? Find who’s hiding under, in, on or behind familiar objects. A lovely jigsaw of matching pairs with clear photographs to support prepositional, (place) vocabulary. Manufacturer: GALT Price:       £4.99 Product Code:       CQ316 This jigsaw can be used in a variety of settings, with children who have a range of abilities. For example; if you want to develop understanding and use of the word ‘in’, pick out the pieces which depict that word. Talk about the pictures with the child as you put the jigsaws together. Model your sentences to the child, by saying something like, “The bear is in the cupboard”, or “Who is in the cupboard?” When the child is confident, you can ask “Where is the bear?”

Magnetic In the Park Scene A reversible magnetic board with a park scene on each side, with magnetic characters, trees, etc. Click on the picture for a closer look. Support your stories, or let children’s imagination run wild! Price:       £5.99 Product Code:       CA025 This set can be used to develop vocabulary (tree, girl etc..) or prepositional language (‘placement’ phrases and words such as in front, behind, next to etc).

Magnetic Transport Scene A reversible magnetic board with a road scene on each side with magnetic characters, cars, traffic lights etc. Click on the picture for a closer look. Price:       £5.99 Product Code:       CA020 This set can be used to develop transport vocabulary (car, bus etc.) or prepositional language (‘placement’ phrases and words such as in front, behind, next to etc).

Magnetic Underwater Scene A reversible magnetic board with a underwater scene on each side with magnetic characters, fish etc. Click on the picture for a closer look. Support your stories, or let children’s imagination run wild! Price:       £5.99 Product Code:       CA019 This set is great for interaction and story time.

Magnetic Outerspace Scene A reversible magnetic board with a outerspace scene on each side, with magnetic space ships, aliens, etc. Click on the picture for a closer look. Support your stories, or let children’s imagination run wild! Price:       £5.99 Product Code:       CA040 This set can be used to develop vocabulary (space, moon, aliens, etc.) or prepositional language (‘placement’ phrases and words such as in front, behind, next to etc).

Magnetic Dino Park Scene A reversible magnetic board with a scene on each side, with magnetic volcanos, dinosaurs, etc. Click on the picture for a closer look. Support your stories, or let children’s imagination run wild! Price:       £5.99 Product Code:       CA039 This set can be used to develop vocabulary (volcano, dinosaur, etc.) or prepositional language (‘placement’ phrases and words such as in front, behind, next to etc).

Felt Creations: Pet Shop A large felt board with a large number of felt pieces, including children, clothes, various animals and scenery pieces.. Click on the picture for a closer look. Support your stories, or let children’s imagination run wild! Price:       £7.99 Product Code:       CA038 This set can be used to develop vocabulary (animals, clothes, etc.) or prepositional language (‘placement’ phrases and words such as in front, behind, next to etc).

Felt Creations: Boutique A large felt board with a large number of felt pieces, including children, clothes, and scenery pieces. Although directed towards girls this product is versatile enough to be used with boys (it includes trousers, tops, trainers, etc.) Click on the picture for a closer look. Support your stories, or let children’s imagination run wild! Price:       £7.99 Product Code:       CA041 This set can be used to develop vocabulary (clothes, etc.) or prepositional language (‘placement’ phrases and words such as in front, behind, next to etc).

Squidgy Rubber Farm Animal Set This set of characterful and fun farm animals have been specially selected by ’Starting Out Right’. They include a cow, pig and a sheep (as well as a ‘free’ duck) and come in their own transparent presentation pack. Each animal is wipe clean and made of a soft plastic body. Each is very robust and will hurt a lot less if he gets thrown at you! Suitable from 18 months plus. Length: 5-12cm. Price:       £5.99 Product Code:       CQ143 These animals are great for animal vocabulary development. How about practising your prepositions, (location words), by putting the cow next to the sheep or under a box or in a bag.