Grab a Toy and Play with Prepositions!

About a year ago, in a moment of desperation to keep our Little Man happy and occupied, a friend of mine taught him a game that he continues to ask for today.  It is a simple game.  A refrigerator magnet, shaped like an egg (of course) hops willy nilly around our house landing in precarious and funny places.  Every time it lands, LM laughs his head off and waits anxiously to see where it will land next. 

Last night, LM's dad was playing our game with him and quickly realized it was the perfect opportunity for him to practice his understanding of prepositions.  As the magnet landed, LM began to hoot and holler and then tell us WHERE it was.  The magnet landed in a variety of places, including, UNDER a blanket, ABOVE the television, ON the doorknob, and BESIDE the train.  LM loved it and the game went on for quite a while.  He learned quite a few new words!

Like I said; simple....but sooo effective!  It's nice to find something fun that doesn't require any prep work, supplies, or money.  Plus, the game is never the same twice and new words can be added all the time.  Check out this list for endless fun with prepositions!  Then, grab a toy, a favorite stuffed animal, or your own fun magnet and you're set!