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Alien Sleepover

Topics Reception
This unit is part of Transport: On the Move Space

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Objectives

Early Learning Goals

  • Count reliably with numbers from 1 to 20. Solve problems, including halving and sharing.
  • Use phonic knowledge to write words in ways which match their spoken sounds. Also write some irregular common words. Write simple sentences which can be read by you and others. Some words are spelt correctly and others are phonetically plausible.

Lesson Planning

Solve alien sleepover problems and share favourite bedtime stories with friends/teddies.

Teaching Outcomes:

  • To solve alien sleepover problems including halving and sharing.
  • To share favourite bedtime stories with friends/teddies, nurturing a love of reading.
  • To write for a purpose – invitations.

Children will:

  • Add and subtract 2 single-digit numbers, counting on or back to find the answer.
  • Solve problems including halving and sharing.
  • Write invitations and share story books.

You Will Need

  • Cups
  • Hot chocolate
  • Mini marshmallows (optional: tweezers/tongs)
  • Soft toys and shoe boxes
  • Books

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