1. Old MacDonald had a Farm
Mathematics
-Finding the total number of animals in two groups
-Begin to use the language involved in adding and subtracting
Applying knowledge and understanding in simple problem solving
-Finding one more or less than a given number of animals
-Numeral formation
-Use familiar objects and shapes to create patterns and farm buildings
-Sequence the life cycle of an egg
-Measure short periods of time
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
-Cooperative role play in the ‘builder’s yard’
-Caring for animals
-Three Little Pigs drama
-Continue to develop children’s independence
- Continue to develop perseverance
Literacy, Communication and Language
-Listen to and explore a range of fiction and non-fiction farm/farm animal books
-The Three Little Pigs (linked to drama and role play)
-Role play area – ‘The Three Little Pigs builders yard’
-Create own information book
-Mother’s Day /Easter messages
Focus on good letter formation
Old MacDonald had a Farm
Expressive Arts
-Creating houses of straw, sticks and bricks
-Junk modelling animal shelters
- Creating a drama of the ‘Three Pigs’
-Creating farm animals using a variety of craft materials
-Illustrating farm stories
-Using found objects as musical instruments
-Exploring the artist, ‘Picasso’
and his animal drawings.
-Exploring musical instruments
Understanding the World
(Science, Geography, ICT)
-Celebrating ‘Shrove Tuesday’ with pancakes
-Exploring the farm land in our own environment
-Eggs/hens linked to Easter Story
-What makes animals happy?
-Planting potatoes
-Identifying animal baby names
-Exploring eggs and nests
-Farm vehicles
-RE Why do Christians perform Nativity plays and celebrate Easter?
Physical Development
-Creating simple farm buildings using a selection of materials
-Ride on tractors and other vehicles linked to their use on a farm
-Fresh Air Friday activities using large construction toys, walks in the village, sand/soil/water play
-Handwriting activities
-Reinforce healthy eating (farm foods)
-Weekly dance sessions and outdoor games (weather permitting)