Above or Below

About This Worksheet

This worksheet helps your child learn what “above” and “below” mean using simple pictures. These are early position words that children need to understand directions and space. We want your child to start noticing where things are, not just what they are. For example, if the teddy bear is on top of something, your child will learn that means “above.”

Curriculum and Grade Alignment

This activity is made for preschool learners who are just starting to understand position words. The goal is to help your child describe where things are in a simple way. Before this, your child should be able to name objects and notice where they are placed. It supports CCSS K.G.A.1 and TEKS K.6B, which focus on describing positions.

Student Tasks

On this worksheet, students will look at each picture with a teddy bear and another object. They will decide if the teddy bear is above or below that object. Your child will then circle the correct word. This repeats across several pictures to build understanding.

Common Challenges and Misconceptions

Some children may confuse above and below, especially if the pictures are close together. Others may focus on the object instead of where the teddy bear is. It’s also common to guess instead of looking carefully. You can help by asking, “Is it on top or under?”

Implementation Guidance

This worksheet works best when you sit with your child and talk through the first few pictures. You can use your hands to show “above” and “below” in the air. Teachers often introduce this with movement or real objects first. At home, you can practice with toys by placing them above or below each other.

Details and Features

The worksheet uses clear, simple images that are easy to understand. The teddy bear stays the same, which helps your child focus on position. The layout is clean and not overwhelming. It prints clearly and is ready to use.