Prepositions of Time Worksheet (In, On, At)...

Prepositions of Time Worksheet (In, On, At) — Free PDF

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Prepositions of time (in, on, at, by, during, for, since) follow patterns but with many exceptions. “In the morning” but “on Monday” but “at night.” This worksheet teaches the patterns with visual diagrams and contextual practice.

What This Worksheet Covers

In (months, years, seasons, centuries, parts of day)
On (days, dates, specific days)
At (times of day, night, weekend)
By (deadlines, specific times)
During (periods of time)
For (durations)
Since (points in time)
40+ exercises with visual diagrams

How to Use This Worksheet

Warm-up (5 min): Show a calendar with different times marked. Ask: “Which preposition goes with each?”

Section 1-3 (25 min): Students complete preposition exercises. Visual diagrams help.

Section 4 (10 min): Common expressions — students memorize patterns.

Production (15 min): Students write about their schedules using time prepositions.

Why Adults Need This Worksheet

Adults use time prepositions constantly: scheduling meetings, talking about plans, describing routines. Getting them right is essential for clear communication.

Worksheet Sections (PDF Preview)

Section 1: In, On, At (15 items)

Practice the three main time prepositions. Visual diagrams included.

Section 2: By and During (10 items)

Practice by (deadlines) and during (periods of time).

Section 3: For and Since (10 items)

Practice for (durations) and since (points in time).

Section 4: Common Expressions (5 items)

Practice at the moment, in the meantime, on time, etc.

Section 5: Production Activity

Students create their own sentences about their schedules.

FAQ

What does this worksheet cover?

In, on, at, by, during, for, since, common expressions. 40+ exercises with visual diagrams.

What level is this worksheet for?

A2-B1. Students should know basic vocabulary. The focus is on choosing the right preposition for the right time expression, not just memorizing rules.

Can I modify it for my students?

Yes. The PDF is for personal classroom use. You can adapt the exercises to match your students’ needs, interests, and current topics.

How long does this worksheet take?

30-45 minutes for the core exercises, 60 minutes with production. Can be split across 2 classes.

About This Worksheet

This worksheet is part of eslmaterials.org’s library of free, printable ESL resources for adult learners. All worksheets are designed by experienced teachers and tested in real classrooms.

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Prepositions of Time Worksheet (In, On, At) — Free PDF