Was created as a fine-motor skill task for a reception class but lends itself to reading and writing tasks in early years. Could also be used in a display.

LO: To begin to understand the differences between old and new toys. This is a discussion-prompting presentation and is best used alongside physical resources if they are available. If not, it can act as a stand-alone introduction to the topic. Children are encouraged to talk about their observations and to think about how toys were played with. Includes pictures of toys and old fashioned games as well as vocal to describe the toys: worn, delicate, tatty etc.

Police related pictures in easy-to-cut shapes and matching words. Fine motor skills. Can be used as a child-initiated activity or as an adult-led.

A good fine motor skill activity for EYFS. Children can cut easily around the shapes and match the picture to the word. Can be used as a child initiated task or an adult-led activity.

Key words with pictures to support a mermaid theme small world or literacy lesson. Ideal for an EYFS literacy rich classroom. Could also be used in an under the sea display.