Learning Resources Fox in the Box: Position Word Activity Set for Early Literacy

Discover a playful path to language with the Learning Resources Fox in the Box Position Word Activity Set

This colorful, hands‑on kit invites children to explore spatial concepts through engaging prompts and friendly characters. Four manipulatives—the purple hat, orange box, green tree, and blue chair—offer tactile cues as kids practice naming and describing where things go. Listening, speaking, and early phonics all become a natural part of the game as participants say target words and respond to simple cues during play.

What’s included

• 4 engaging manipulatives (hat, box, tree, chair) in bright colors
• 16 picture cards that illustrate everyday scenes and objects
• 40 double-sided activity cards for endless practice options
• 1 double-sided spinner to add variety and choice

Key learning benefits

• Introduces positional words such as in, on, behind, under, and next to
• Supports vocabulary growth and early phonemic awareness
• Strengthens listening and following multi-step directions
• Encourages rhyming and word play as a multisensory activity
• Offers adaptable use for speech therapy, ELL, or classroom practice

Real-life learning moments

During play, children rearrange items, narrate simple instructions, and ask questions like where a character sits or what comes next. The colorful pieces invite imagination while building a practical sense of space and order.

Durable design you can count on

Made from sturdy plastic and sized for small hands (approximately 3 inches tall), the set is built to withstand lively use while keeping pieces safe and easy to handle.

Ideal for learning environments

Use as a classroom center, small-group activity, or at-home learning station. The versatile setup supports gentle progression from recognizing words to applying them in guided tasks.