FREE! The Invisible String: Discovering Our Heart Connections - Lesson 1 of 4 lessons

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Explore the magic of connections with our Extended KS1 4-Lesson Series: The Invisible String. This series is designed for Key Stage 1 students, offering a unique blend of hands-on activities and deeper thinking lessons. Each lesson is crafted to engage students in understanding the emotional ties that connect them to their loved ones and friends.

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Lesson 1: Introducing Our Invisible Strings

Learning Objectives:

• Define what an invisible string means.
• Identify who we’re connected to.
• Express feelings about connections.

Activities (60 mins):

• Circle Time (10 mins): Begin with reading “The Invisible String” book and discussing connections with the class.
• String Heart Activity (20 mins):
  • Materials: Red paper hearts, yarn, hole punch.
  • Students punch holes around the heart’s edge, weave yarn through holes, and write names of special people inside.
• Connection Web Game (15 mins):
  • Class sits in a circle and rolls a ball of yarn across the circle.
  • Each student names a connection, creating a visual web of relationships.
• Reflection Drawing (15 mins):
  • Materials: Paper, colored pencils.
  • Students draw themselves in the center and create strings to important people, sharing with a partner why these connections matter.

Why Students Will Love It:

Students will be thrilled by the interactive nature of these lessons. The combination of storytelling, crafting, and sharing fosters a sense of community and emotional expression. Engaging activities ensure that learning about connections is both fun and meaningful.

Benefits to Teachers:

This lesson series saves planning time and provides comprehensive resources that align with curriculum standards. The structured approach promotes social-emotional learning, helping students build essential skills while connecting with their peers. Each lesson encourages creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

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