Project outline
Under the sea
Dive into a lively new project
Mini topic
Rearrange your ideas for using jigsaw puzzles
Children will enjoy this sociable variation on the game of tag.
Planned learning intention
To listen to a story and describe the principal characters
Resources
Copy of 'Jack and the Beanstalk' a set of keys
Step by step
* Adapt 'Jack and the Beanstalk' so that the giant has a set of keys for his castle.
* Tell the story to the children and ask them to describe the characteristics of the main characters.
* Encourage the children to think that the giant was unfriendly and mean.
* Explain to the children that you are going to play a game and that you are going to be the giant.
* In a large, open space, stand with your back to the children and place the set of keys behind you. Encourage the children to creep up quietly to get the keys.
* Explain that you will turn round if you hear any noise and that if you see anyone moving when you turn round they will be out of the game.
* Let the person who manages to get the keys successfully be the giant the next time round.