Classroom Activities

Hands-on activity guides with materials lists, step-by-step instructions, and curriculum links.

A brilliant, poverty-proof DT activity for World Book Day. Reception children design and decorate everyday potatoes to look like their favourite characters.

World Book DayArt and CraftFine Motor SkillsSpeaking and Listening
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Bring 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' to life with this sensory tuff tray activity. Reception children explore natural materials and different physical states.

World Book DayScienceSensory PlaySpeaking and ListeningReading
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A budget-friendly World Book Day art activity where Reception children create their own story characters using wooden spoons and scrap materials.

World Book DayArt and CraftFine Motor SkillsSpeaking and Listening
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Engaging St Patrick's Day activity ideas for reception-age children, covering art, maths, and DT with clear EYFS curriculum links.

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Guide to running a leprechaun trap building activity with reception children, including materials, setup steps, and EYFS Design and Technology curriculum links.

St Patricks DayArt and CraftSpeaking and Listening
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How to set up a rainbow colour sorting activity for reception children, with step-by-step instructions, materials list, and EYFS maths curriculum links.

St Patricks DayMathsFine Motor Skills
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Step-by-step guide to shamrock potato and sponge printing with reception children, including materials, setup tips, and EYFS curriculum links.

St Patricks DayArt and CraftFine Motor SkillsMaths
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