Grade 1

Small Words: then, now, over, under

Read useful connector and position words that help children understand short sentences better.

Category: Small Words 7 min Growing
Aa Tap Say Read

Read the word slowly, then show the meaning with movement or objects before using it in a small phrase.

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T Picture card
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then

time word

Use it in a simple sequence.

Example: First we read, then we play.

N Picture card
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now

time word

Connect it to the present moment.

Example: Now we write.

O Picture card
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over

position word

Show the meaning with a toy.

Example: The bird flew over.

U Picture card
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under

position word

Use a real object if possible.

Example: The cat is under the chair.

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