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Where am I? Exploring Positional Language

Author: Carla Ross
Ohaaki, Mathematics and Statistics, English, Technology,
Posted 3 years ago

Room One has been exploring the language of positions and the synonyms for each of them as part of our term inquiry.

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Over - on top, above, atop, on. - I am laying on top of the table. Thor
Some of the words and positions Room 1 students have learned and observed.
We are under the table together, Zoey
Some of the words and positions Room 1 students have learned and observed.
We are under the table together, Zoey
Beside - alongside, next to, parallel to, near. I am alongside Scott, Max M
Adjacent - catty corner, adjoining, next to, alongside, diagonally. I am beside Max H, Deklyn. We are adjacent to each other, Max H.
Beside - alongside, next to, parallel to, near. I am alongside Scott, Max M
Adjacent - catty corner, adjoining, next to, alongside, diagonally. I am beside Max H, Deklyn. We are adjacent to each other, Max H.
Behind - beyond, in back of, after, after, following, at the rear The rock is behind the chair, India.
Inside - in, inner, interior, indoors. I put the plastic animals inside the container, India.
Behind - beyond, in back of, after, after, following, at the rear The rock is behind the chair, India.
Inside - in, inner, interior, indoors. I put the plastic animals inside the container, India.
Outside - outer, exterior, outdoors. Hanging out outside the class is great, Jackson and Ryker.
Around - The chairs are around the the table, Scotty and Scott
Outside - outer, exterior, outdoors. Hanging out outside the class is great, Jackson and Ryker.
Around - The chairs are around the the table, Scotty and Scott
Opposite - facing, across from - “I am opposite Leela. We are facing each other. Thea. I am facing India, Zoey.
Compass points - North, South, East, West, Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, Southwest. - Never Eat Soggy Weetbix helps me to remember the compass points, Max H.
Opposite - facing, across from - “I am opposite Leela. We are facing each other. Thea. I am facing India, Zoey.
Compass points - North, South, East, West, Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, Southwest. - Never Eat Soggy Weetbix helps me to remember the compass points, Max H.

The positional words and directions are being used more often in class throughout the day, and it has been interesting to hear some of their synonyms being used. Students are more confident in exploring the different words and adding them to their vocabulary. They are keen to apply their knowledge in reading maps and for digital learning games, to achieve an end goal. 

Key words: Math, prepositions, placement, synonyms, vocabulary. skills, observations.

jC WPS2023 Ross

Carla Ross

I am passionate about our students, teaching and learning, particularly in the areas of literacy, digital technology, physical education, and the Arts. I believe that forming positive relationships with students and whānau are at the heart of success for everyone.

I enjoy Wairakei Primary School for the whānaungatanga and maanaakitanga where close connections between staff, students, and the wider Wairakei community are fostered and enjoyed.

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