Where Is It? (Prepositions)Grade 4 English for Kids

Above, under, between, through! Words that show where and when.

Where Is It? teaches fourth graders prepositions, words that show where something is or when something happens: under the bed, through the forest, after lunch. Kids type them and use them in clear sentences.

  • Grade 4 · Ages 9–10
  • 4 games
  • 29 practice questions
  • About 15 min
  • Where Words
  • When and Which Way
  • Preposition Detective
  • Preposition Sentences

English typing course · Grade 4

Where Is It? (Prepositions) · Learning goals

What Your Child Will Learn

Prepositions show where something is or when something happens: under the bed, through the forest, after lunch.

  • Where Words
  • When and Which Way
  • Preposition Detective
  • Preposition Sentences

Why it matters

Why This Matters for Kids

  • Describing position

    Prepositions help kids describe where things are, which is essential in stories, instructions and maps.

  • Time words

    Before, after and during help kids order events clearly in their writing.

  • Grammar foundations

    Prepositional phrases are a building block of longer, more interesting sentences.

Inside Where Is It? (Prepositions)

How the Course Works

Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.

  1. Step 1 · Game

    Where Words

    These prepositions show where. Listen and type. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)

  2. Step 2 · Game

    When and Which Way

    More prepositions. Listen and type. Hear a word and type it. (8 exercises)

  3. Step 3 · Game

    Preposition Detective

    Find the missing letters. Fill in the missing letters. (8 exercises)

  4. Step 4 · Game

    Preposition Sentences

    Type sentences with prepositions. Hear a sentence and type it. (5 exercises)

Word list

Grade 4 Words and Sentences to Type

A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.

  • above(preposition)
  • below(preposition)
  • between(preposition)
  • behind(preposition)
  • under(preposition)
  • through(preposition)
  • across(preposition)
  • beside(preposition)
  • during(preposition)
  • after(preposition)
  • before(preposition)
  • until(conjunction)
  • among(preposition)
  • toward(preposition)
  • inside(preposition)
  • against(preposition)
  • “The cat hid under the bed.”
  • “We walked through the forest.”
  • “The ball is between the chairs.”
  • “Birds flew above the clouds.”
  • “Meet me after lunch.”

For parents

Try It at Home

Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.

Parent Tip

Hide a small toy and give your child clues using prepositions: "It's under something, next to something soft." Then switch roles.

Where Is It? (Prepositions) · Questions from parents

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this course for?

Where Is It? (Prepositions) is a grade 4 english course for kids ages 9–10. That is Year 5 english in the UK and Year 4 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.

What will my child learn?

Prepositions show where something is or when something happens: under the bed, through the forest, after lunch. Along the way they practice: Where Words; When and Which Way; Preposition Detective; Preposition Sentences.

How long does the course take?

About 15 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.

Is this course free?

Where Is It? (Prepositions) is part of SkillBloom Premium, which unlocks every course in every subject. Each subject also has free courses, so your child can try SkillBloom before you decide.

Does my child need to read well to use it?

No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.

Can we use it for homeschool?

Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.

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