A focus on castles can be fantasy or factual. Many traditional stories feature castles, such as 'Jack and the Beanstalk' and 'Sleeping Beauty'. There is also a good range of factual books that present the historical aspect of castles in ways that will appeal to children.
Books are an obvious starting point for a new focus. They need to be available around the setting, inside and out, so adults can share books and stories on castles individually and in small groups informally as children play.
Shared discussion helps practitioners to gather information about a child's knowledge, understanding and particular fascination around the subject, and a child's current schematic interest will point to appropriate responses in providing experiences that will take them on in their learning.
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