A great resource for an independent baking activity used in Reception (though could be used with children of other ages). I modeled how to make the cakes to my class, then put them in small, mixed ability groups to make the buns/ cupcakes. I did not help them at all unless they were really stuck and came to ask for help (except with the oven!) They knew that they had to help each other instead. It was amazing how well they did! The children demonstrated fantastic mathematical language, teamwork, communication and problem solving skills. Some This pack includes: recipe slides which can be used on the board to demonstrate to the children what they need to do, then be printed to create a recipe book. Recipe is written as simply as possible (higher ability Reception children should be able to read it) and represented in pictures too. All measurements are in scoops or spoonfuls so the children can measure out themselves. Design a cupcake writing/ drawing/ labeling sheet Ingredients list writing task sheet. Teacher notes and planning (including scoop sizes etc. so you can resource the activity so the recipe works!) EYFS areas covered within this resource : PSED Communication and language (following instructions, communicating ideas e.g. how to crack an egg) Physical development Reading writing Shape, space and measure

Easter themed shape and repeating pattern maths activities. 4 lessons including planning, slides and challenge cards to support simple and easy to resource practical activities. Learning objectives cover: Lesson 1 : LO: Identify & describe shapes Lesson 2 : Identify & describe shapes Lesson 3 : To continue and create repeating patterns with shapes Lesson 4 : To create own repeating patterns Aimed at Early Years EYFS or lower ability Year 1. Activities include: Creating Spring pictures using plastic or paper shapes Creating repeating patterns on Easter Eggs Children have opportunities to: identify shapes describe shapes, including identifying and counting corners and sides Use shapes to make pictures describe repeating patterns (2x and 3x repeats) continue repeating patterns (2x and 3x repeats) Create own repeating patterns Watch the teacher model, work together in a group, practise individually All lessons include: Starter idea- whole group Teach - whole group Practice- in a group and/or individually Review - group or independently

Halloween/ Witches and Wizards/ Magic themed home learning tasks for Nursery or Reception (Early Years)There are a total of 18 activities that can easily be done at home split over two sheets. Activities are practical using items children will have at home. There are key questions to guide parents delivering the activities at home. The activities are topic based. They cover all areas of the EYFS curriculum. There are art projects, research ideas, movement, imaginative etc. There aren’t really stand alone phonics or number activities but these subjects are addressed in other activities e.g. where writing, stories, counting or shapes are involved. Originally made for Covid school/ bubble closures and where children were asked to complete 3 tasks a week, however, it could be easily used as a half termly or termly home learning sheet where children complete one task a week or similar. This can also be used as a basis for activity planning for the topic or used by support or cover staff.

A great resource for an independent play dough making activity used in Reception (though could be used with children of other ages). I modeled how to make the play dough to my class, then the children accessed it themselves. I gave as little help as possible. Children make own play dough regularly. This allows fantastic mathematical language, teamwork, communication and problem solving skills. This pack includes: recipe slides which can be used on the board to demonstrate to the children what they need to do, then be printed to create a recipe book. Recipe is written as simply as possible (higher ability Reception children should be able to read it) and represented in pictures too. All measurements are in cups or spoonfuls so the children can measure out themselves. Design a play dough creation writing/ drawing/ labeling sheet Ingredients list writing task sheet. Challenge sheet for continuous provision Teacher notes and planning (including scoop sizes etc. so you can resource the activity so the recipe works!) EYFS areas covered within this resource : PSED Communication and language (following instructions, communicating ideas e.g. how to crack an egg) Physical development Reading writing Shape, space and measure

Nursery or Reception (Early Years) home learning sheets for People Who Help Us Topic The ‘People Who Help Us’ topic covers the different jobs and roles in the community that help us, from emergency services, to teachers and builders. Children are encouraged to learn about these different roles and also have opportunities to practise life skills to keep themselves safe and healthy, such as learning about the emergency phone number 999 and dental / oral hygiene. There are a total of 18 activities that can easily be done at home split over two sheets. I ask children to select 3 per week to complete but you could suggest more. Activities are practical using items children will have at home. There are key questions to guide parents delivering the activities at home. The activities are topic based. They cover all areas of the EYFS curriculum. There are art projects, self care activities, movement, imaginative etc. There aren’t really stand alone phonics or number activities but these subjects are addressed in other activities e.g. where writing, stories, counting or measuring are involved. Originally made for Covid school/ bubble closures and where children were asked to complete 3 tasks a week, however, it could be easily used as a half termly or termly home learning sheet where children complete one task a week or similar. This can also be used as a basis for activity planning for the topic or used by support or cover staff.

‘Winter Wonderland’ themed home learning tasks for Nursery or Reception (Early Years) Winter Wonderland covers winter as a theme, including looking at winter weather, cold places, animals, keeping safe and warm in winter. There are a total of 18 activities that can easily be done at home split over two sheets.Activities are practical using items children will have at home. There are key questions to guide parents delivering the activities at home. The activities are topic based. They cover all areas of the EYFS curriculum. There are art projects, research ideas, movement, imaginative etc. There aren’t really stand alone phonics or number activities but these subjects are addressed in other activities e.g. where writing, stories, counting or measuring are involved. I orignally sent out during Covid school/ bubble closures and asked children to complete 3 tasks a week, however, it could be easily used as a half termly or termly home learning sheet where children complete one task a week or similar. This can also be used as a basis for activity planning for the topic or used by support or cover staff.