Lesson Goal
Students will learn how to use 'this', 'that', 'these', and 'those' in sentences. They will understand when to use each word.
Key Points
'This' is for one thing nearby. 'That' is for one thing far away. 'These' is for many things nearby. 'Those' is for many things far away. Key rule: Use singular words for 'this' and 'that', and plural words for 'these' and 'those'.
Examples
- This is a cat.
- That is a dog.
- These are apples.
- Those are trees.
- This is my pen.
- That is your car.
- These are her books.
- Those are their houses.
Memory Tips
- 💡 'This' means near and singular.
- 💡 'That' means far and singular.
- 💡 'These' means near and plural.
- 💡 'Those' means far and plural.
- 💡 Use 'this/that' for one item.
- 💡 Use 'these/those' for many items.
- 💡 Point to show 'this' or 'that'.
Summary
Use 'this' and 'that' for one thing. Use 'these' and 'those' for many things. Remember: near or far!
