Give grammar instruction a boost with a video focusing on prepositional phrases. To start, the video defines and provides examples of prepositions. Then, it goes into prepositional phrases and how they are used in sentences. To end the video, an interactive pop quiz is provided, as well as a review for extra support. 

Concepts

prepositions, prepositions of location, prepositions of time, prepositional phrases

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Take screenshots of important information and display them as reference posters around the classroom
• Follow along with a laser pointer to direct pupils' attention to key details
• Flip the classroom; assign the link as homework so learners come to class prepared to discuss and apply the concept 

Classroom Considerations

• An ad appears at the beginning of the video 
• There is one example that displays a dating couple sitting on the couch

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• The narrator speaks clearly and at a decent rate
• Video's design is simple and easy to read
• Examples are made with engaging graphics and voices

Cons

• Some learners may find it difficult to comprehend the large amount of information presented at once; pause and replay as necessary

Common Core

L.4.1.e L.5.1.a