The Gingerbread Man: Lesson 1 - Meeting Our Story - Sample of 20 Lesson Cross-Curricular Pack

The Gingerbread Man: Lesson 1 - Meeting Our Story FREE Sample from The Gingerbread Man - 20 Lesson KS1 Cross-Curricular Unit

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“The Gingerbread Man” is a delightful story that engages students with its lively characters and thrilling chase. In this lesson, students will identify the main characters and sequence the key events, enhancing their comprehension skills while enjoying the whimsical tale of a gingerbread biscuit that comes to life.

Why Students Will Like This Lesson

Students will be captivated by the interactive nature of the lesson, which includes engaging activities such as acting out scenes, creating story maps, and repeating the catchy phrase, “Run, run as fast as you can, You can’t catch me, I’m the Gingerbread Man!” The blend of storytelling, movement, and art will keep them excited and eager to participate.

Benefits to Teachers

Teachers will appreciate the structured lesson plan that incorporates various teaching methods, from read-alouds to group activities, allowing for differentiated instruction. The lesson promotes communication and social skills, as students collaborate and express their ideas. Additionally, the opportunity to integrate continuous provision activities means that the learning can extend beyond the classroom, fostering creativity and critical thinking.

Additional Considerations

Each lesson lasts approximately 45-60 minutes, with activities that can be integrated into continuous provision. Some projects may extend across multiple sessions, requiring additional time for display creation, parent showcase events, or extended creative projects. Assessment completion may also necessitate extra time.

This unit can be tailored to fit the needs of your classroom, as it may be condensed or expanded based on factors such as class engagement, learning pace, available resources, school timetable, and special events or assemblies. Cross-curricular opportunities can further enhance students’ learning experiences.

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