Ideas for activities, themes and topics

898 topics in this forum

1. 

   Easy Peasy

   November 28, 2004 by Guest

   • 11 replies
   • 2.2k views

   This is very easy and enjoyable for young children All the words, just choose which child to be which letter and dress them up Peggy

   

   Last reply by Guest, December 4, 2004
2. 

   Chrisrmas Circle Time

   December 2, 2004 by Guest

   • 11 replies
   • 2.3k views

   I thought I'd share an idea for circle time that worked really well for me this week. Short of time and inspiration, I picked a sprig of holly from my garden before leaving for work. At circle time I suddenly had an idea and asked the children (2-4 yr olds) to see if they could pass the holly all round the circle so carefully that no-one got pricked. They were fascinated by this, tried really hard and it led naturally into a discussion of when we must be gentle and careful. I'll definitely repeat this next year. Does anyone else have similar ideas?

   

   Last reply by AnonyMouse_1027, December 3, 2004
3. 

   Favourite Authors

   December 1, 2004 by AnonyMouse_1208

   • 16 replies
   • 3.6k views

   Next term we want to do some work on different authors - who are your favourites for Foundation Stage?

   

   Last reply by Guest, December 3, 2004
4. 

   Jointed Santa!

   November 29, 2004 by Guest

   • 5 replies
   • 2.1k views

   HI Everyone, i was wondering if anyone had a jointed santa template they could attach, or know anywhere i could get hold of one-i want to do these with my reception class as my mum still hangs mine up (which i made when i was in reception) Bless her!!

   

   Last reply by Guest, November 30, 2004
5. 

   Malleable Table

   November 27, 2004 by Guest

   • 6 replies
   • 3.2k views

   Hi Everyone, I have heard that you can make something that resembles 'slime' for the malleable table. Any ideas along with the recipe for it? Thanks a lot Naomi

   

   Last reply by Guest, November 28, 2004
6. 

   Colour And Light In The Water Tray

   November 28, 2004 by Guest

   • 0 replies
   • 1.5k views

   Hi, I need some help! Our topic is colour and light, and for the water, I have done the usual things such as putting coloured water in etc. We have got a cave in the nursery at the moment, and the children are fascinated by the mirrors etc, so I thought about putting some mirrors and shiny objects in the water tray for the children to explore with. Has anybody done this before, and how has it gone? Also, has anybody got any other really good ideas for enhancing provision in the water area in terms of the topic of colour and light? Thank you in advance!

   

   Last reply by Guest, November 28, 2004
7. 

   Kites

   November 27, 2004 by Guest

   • 2 replies
   • 2.5k views

   Hi Has anyone made simple kites that worked really well? Can you let me know how you made them. Thanks Naomi

   

   Last reply by Guest, November 28, 2004
8. 

   P.e Time For Nursery!

   November 14, 2004 by Guest

   • 11 replies
   • 4.1k views

   I work in a primary school as a nursery teacher and have 2 slots (pprox 1/2 hour) for P.E each week! The children love this time, but I am finding that I am doing the same old thing each week- any great ideas for PE time for 3-4 year olds!!! Thanks a lot

   

   Last reply by Guest, November 24, 2004
9. 

   Help! I Cant Find It!

   November 23, 2004 by Guest

   • 8 replies
   • 1.6k views

   Can you help me?? I saw a poem on the site about a snowman and how it melted on the pillow ....... but I cant find it now!! Anyone remember it Would be so pleased if anyone knows it Thank you

   

   Last reply by AnonyMouse_2127, November 23, 2004
10. 

    Numeracy Starters

    November 20, 2004 by Guest

    • 3 replies
    • 4.1k views

    hi everyone i was after some interestimg activities relating to teaching money, any games, starters, independent/teacher led activities. also any general maths starters which involve the whole class. would appreciate the advice

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 21, 2004