Toys are invaluable for literally learning through play, initiating discovery and stimulating the development of language. A topic based on toys is easy to create, as you will already have many suitable resources and the children will have their own.
Adult-led activity
Toy talk
Encourage children to talk about their favourite toy.
Key learning intentions
To speak and listen to others in a group
To express likes and preferences
To take turns
Adult:child ratio 1:6
Resources
Photographs or posters of toys 3the children's favourite toys - either brought from home or chosen from the nursery 3a toy of your own Preparation
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