Concept Words Chart
Concept words tell where, how big and which one. Point to a picture and say the words.
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How to do it
- Point to a picture.
- Say the word at the top.
- Say the sentence at the bottom together.
Teaching tip
Act out each word with a real toy and a box or table. This sheet is aligned with Common Core L.K.1e.
About this chart
In, on, under, next to, big and little, first and last, same and different, and top and bottom, each with a picture.
What kids practice
Concept words tell where something is, how big it is, or which one it is: in, on, under, next to, big, little, first, last, same and different. Teachers use these words all day ("Put your folder in your cubby"), so knowing them helps kids follow directions and describe what they see.
Watch for
- Mixing up on and in. Show a toy sitting on top of a box, then inside it.
- Mixing up first and last. Line up toys and walk along the line from the front.
- Pointing instead of saying the word. Ask "Where is it?" and wait for "under."
It's free to print, as many copies as you need. See the full concept words guide for kindergarten.
More sheets in this set
2. In, On, Under, Next ToRows of pictures with a table or a box. Circle the one where the animal or toy is in, on, under or next to it.
3. Big and LittleRows of the same picture in different sizes. Circle the big one or the little one.
4. First and LastRows of pictures in a line with an arrow. Circle the first or the last one, and on More, the one in the middle.
5. Same and DifferentRows where all the pictures match but one. Circle the different one. On More, the different one looks closer.
6. Draw It Where I SayFour big boxes with a table or a box. Draw a ball, an apple or another thing in, on, under or next to it.