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Positions & Directions for Kids

A playful picture game for learning where things are: above or below, inside or outside, and left or right.

About Positions & Directions for Kids

Positions & Directions for Kids is a guided learning game that helps children practise positions in short, manageable stages. Children can look, listen, answer and try again without time pressure.

Game features

6 clear picture activities with child-friendly pictures
3 short learning stages that build confidence gradually
Friendly audio prompts, gentle retries, stars and positive feedback
A focused 15-minute activity with no timer or fail state

How to play and learn

Find objects that are above or below a clear reference.
Notice whether an object is inside or outside a boundary.
Practise left and right from the learner’s viewing perspective.
Mix all six position words in the final challenge.

For a calm learning session, complete one stage at a time and repeat a favourite activity on another day.

Benefits for kids

Understand and use above and below.
Recognise inside and outside in familiar scenes.
Build confidence with viewer-relative left and right.
Strengthen spatial language, listening and visual attention.

Frequently asked questions

What age group is Positions & Directions for Kids designed for?

Positions & Directions for Kids is designed for ages 3–6. An adult can help younger children with the first round.

Is it free to play?

The first stage is free for everyone. Signing in or creating a free account opens the second stage and saves stars, and PlayPuzzle Premium unlocks every stage after that.

Does it need a download?

No. The activity runs in a modern web browser on a phone, tablet or computer.

How long does one session take?

A complete session takes about 15 minutes, and children can pause between stages.

How should adults help?

Let the child look, listen and try first. If they need help, say the prompt slowly and name or describe the picture together.