Key Stage
Early Years, KS1
Age
Years R-2
This is a ‘small world’ lesson that encourages early years pupils to consider the nature and basic needs of farm animals.
It is linked to Early Learning Goals and Stepping Stones, and helps with communication and language; physical development; personal, social and emotional development; and understanding the world.
Included in this lesson plan:
- Initial teacher input
- Adult-led activities
- Child-initiated activities
- Learning outcomes
- Vocabulary
- Useful websites
- Images
Find more early years resources from the RSPCA here.
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RSPCA Down on the Farm Lesson for Early Years
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