This term, we’re setting off on a storytelling adventure with our wonderful key text Supertato and Superworm!. Each week, pupils will uncover new parts of the story through hands-on, Pre-Phonics activities such as sensory bins and tuff trays—bringing the books to life! Building on their prior learning, pupils will continue to develop their listening skills by spotting key moments in the stories and reacting to what happens next. Curiosity and anticipation will build as pupils are encouraged to explore, predict, and engage during both supported and independent learning sessions. Pupils will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and share their ideas, supporting their confidence and understanding. We will continue to build communication skills through a range of methods, including Objects of Reference, Makaton, and Symbols. We will enjoy lots of familiar rhymes and dive into fun musical activities to develop our understanding of transport. It’s going to be a term full of imagination, exploration, and storytelling magic!

This term in our Cognition sessions, pupils will be actively encouraged to participate in problem‑solving as they post, place, and explore objects. Building on their prior learning, pupils will continue to explore the concepts of big and small, beginning to notice and distinguish differences in size through hands‑on play. Pupils will further develop their understanding of positional language, exploring when an object has placed on, under or to the side, through motivating games and activities. Pupils will investigate cause and effect using a range of objects, as well as computers and other IT resources—pressing, clicking, and discovering what happens next! Patterns and repetition will be explored through playful activities such as construction and 2D shape play, encouraging creativity and curiosity. Pupils will begin to explore early number and amounts using both pictorial and concrete resources, helping them make sense of numbers in a fun, meaningful way.