History

This term, Year 1 children will be learning about toys from the past and present as part of their History learning. Through this topic, pupils will develop their understanding of how toys have changed over time and how we can learn about the past.

What will the children be learning?

As we explore toys in the past, children will work towards the following learning objectives:

Investigating materials

• Children will investigate and talk about the materials toys are made from today, such as plastic, metal, fabric and wood.
• They will compare these with toys from the past, noticing similarities and differences.

Using historical sources

• Children will use a range of historical sources, including photographs, real toys, pictures, books and stories.
• They will learn how to sequence toys from different time periods, placing them in order from oldest to newest.

Asking questions about the past

• Children will learn to ask relevant questions about toys from the past.
• They will have the opportunity to ask questions to an older guest (for example, a grandparent or older member of the community) to find out what toys were like when they were young.

Comparing toys

• Children will complete a Venn diagram to compare toys from the past and toys from today.
• This will help them identify what is the same and what is different, developing early comparison and thinking skills.

RE

Next half term, Year 1 children will be learning about Islam as part of their Religious Education lessons. Through this topic, children will explore key beliefs and values in an age-appropriate way, with a focus on caring for the world around us.

What will the children be learning?

How should we treat the environment?

• Children will think about how we can look after our world and why this is important.
• They will explore simple ways people can care for the environment in their everyday lives.

Beliefs about God and creation

• Children will learn that Muslims believe in one God (Allah).
• They will understand that Muslims believe God created the world, and that it is special and important.

Caring for the planet

• Children will learn that Islam teaches that humans have a special responsibility to look after the Earth.
• They will explore the idea that people should be caretakers of the planet, treating it with care and respect.

PSHE

This half term in PSHE, Year 1 children will be learning about how to look after their bodies and stay healthy. Lessons will focus on developing early understanding, confidence and practical skills in an age-appropriate way.

What will the children be learning?

Relaxation

• Children will learn that it is important to relax and calm their bodies.
• They will explore different ways to relax, such as breathing exercises, quiet time, stretching and mindfulness activities.

Hand Washing & Personal Hygiene

• Children will begin to understand how germs are spread.
• They will learn when and how to wash their hands properly and why good personal hygiene helps keep us and others healthy.

Sun Safety

• Children will learn about the sun and how it can affect our bodies.
• They will begin to understand the risks of too much sun and learn simple ways to stay safe, such as wearing hats, using sun cream and seeking shade.

Allergies

• Children will be introduced to the idea that some people have allergies.
• They will learn that allergies can affect people in different ways and that we should be kind, careful and understanding of others.

People Who Help Us Keep Healthy

• Children will learn that there are people in our local community whose job is to help keep us healthy.
• This may include doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists and other healthcare workers.