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Objective
I can use the words "on the right," "on the left," "in front of," "between," and "next to" to describe where things are.
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Describe the location of three objects in your classroom or home using the prepositions "in front of," "next to," "opposite," and "behind." Each description must use a different preposition.
Imagine a school with a library, a cafeteria, and a gym. The library is next to the cafeteria. The gym is opposite the cafeteria. A park is behind the gym. Describe where each location is in relation to the others using the prepositions from the video.
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Exit ticket
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“Imagine you are standing in front of your house. Describe what is behind you. Imagine a cat is sleeping next to a sofa. Describe where the sofa is in relation to the cat. Imagine a school is opposite a park. Describe where the park is in relation to the school.”
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