Pilsley C of E School
Topic learning
Summer 1 Nursery and Reception Topic - Sunshine and Sunflowers:
Parent information
In the Sunshine and Sunflowers project your child will explore their local environment and see how it has changed throughout the year. They will grow flowers, fruit and vegetables in the garden area. They will learn how to care for plants and animals, identifying some different types. They will take part in outdoor learning activities and find out how to stay safe in the sun.
Supporting your child at home
- Grow some quick growing plants together, such as salad leaves, radishes or cress.
- Plan and go on a picnic.
- Go on a local walk and talk about the changes that have happened to living things throughout the year.
| Maths | Number; Numerical patterns |
| PD | Gross motor skills; Fine motor skills |
| PSED | Self-regulation; Managing self; Building relationships |
| World | People, culture and communities; The natural world |
| Exp A&D | Creating with materials; Being imaginative and expressive |
| CL | Listening, attention and understanding; Speaking |
| Literacy | Comprehension; Word reading; Writing |
| Memorable experience | Outside explorers |
| Innovate challenge | Planning a picnic |
Spring 1 Marvellous Machines: This interest-led project teaches children about the technology that is part of their daily lives and how machines help us. The project gives children the opportunity to build and create marvellous machines.
