Position - PowerPoint

In a Year 2 Geometry lesson focused on position and direction, students are introduced to the concept of positional words, which are essential for describing the location of objects or characters. The lesson, available through a PowerPoint resource, aims to help children practice using these descriptive terms in various contexts. Positional words such as 'on top of', 'between', 'above', 'left', 'right', 'centre', 'in front', 'behind', 'end', 'under', 'near', 'far', 'inside', and 'outside' are highlighted and exemplified with fun characters like Fred the crow, Charlie the cat, and Doris the witch. Students are encouraged to think of alternative words that convey similar meanings, such as 'in the middle' instead of 'between'.

Following the introduction of these key terms, the lesson provides practical exercises where students can apply what they've learned. They are asked to answer questions and complete tasks on a position worksheet. This includes drawing lines to match items to their correct positions in windows, such as identifying the top right-hand window or the central window. The worksheet also requires students to shade windows in specified colours to reinforce their understanding of positional language. For instance, the bottom left-hand window should be shaded blue, the central window purple, and so on. These activities not only consolidate their grasp of positional words but also integrate colour recognition and fine motor skills.