This and that - how to teach this concept easily to children


Introducing the concept of "this" and "that" to Kindergarten children can be a fun and interactive experience. Here are some ideas to get you started:


1. Use everyday objects: 

Show children two objects, like a pencil and a book, and say "This is a Ball" and "That is a House".

 

2. Pointing and identifying: 

Point to an object and say "This" and then point to another object and say "That".



3. Comparison: 

Use "this" and "that" to compare objects, like "This tree is big" and "That tree is small".


4. Story time: 

Here's a story to explain "this" and "that" to Kindergarten children:

The Story of Benny & Anna 

Benny had two toy cars. One was red and close to him, and the other was blue and on the other side of the room.


Benny said, "This is my red car." (holding up the red car)

His friend, Anna, asked, "What about the other car?"

Benny said, "That is my blue car." (pointing to the blue car across the room)


Anna asked, "Can I play with this car?" (pointing to the red car)

Benny said, "Yes, you can play with this car. And I will play with that car." (pointing to the blue car)

In this story, Benny uses "this" to refer to the toy car that is close to him (the red car) and "that" to refer to the toy car that is farther away (the blue car).


Discussion Questions

- What car is "this" car?

- What car is "that" car?

- Why did Benny use "this" for the red car?

- Why did Benny use "that" for the blue car?


This story helps children understand the concept of "this" and "that" by showing how they are used to refer to objects based on their proximity.


5. Games and activities: 

Play "This and That" sorting games, where children categorize objects as "this" or "that", or have them point to objects and say "this" or "that".


Example script:


"Look, this is a red apple. (hold up an apple)

And that is a banana. (point to a banana)

Can you show me this book? (point to a book)

Can you show me that toy? (point to a toy)"


Some other ideas to reinforce the concept:


- Use pictures or flashcards to show "this" and "that" examples

- Play a "This and That" matching game

- Use songs and rhymes to practice "this" and "that"


Remember to keep it simple and engaging, and to use language and examples that your Kindergarten children can understand.


Reference -

https://www.firstcry.com/intelli/articles/this-vs-that-know-the-difference/#:~:text=The%20word%20'this'%20is%20used,is%20farther%20away%20from%20you.



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