Lesson 1: Simon says

Learning the importance of listening carefully by playing recall games.

Learning objective

  • To understand why it is important to listen carefully.

EYFS outcomes

Communication and Language

ELG: Listening, Attention and Understanding

Children at the expected level of development will:

  • Listen attentively and respond to what they hear. 

 

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

ELG: Self-Regulation

Children at the expected level of development will:

  • Give focused attention to what the teacher says, responding appropriately even when engaged in activity and show an ability to follow instructions involving several ideas or actions.

ELG: Managing Self

Children at the expected level of development will:

  • Be confident to try new activities and show independence, resilience and perseverance in the face of challenge.

 

See Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.

Before the lesson

Activity

Teacher notes

Key vocabulary

Prompts for learning

Observations

Next steps

  • Listen to a story and complete comprehension exercises.
  • Note down any specific next steps for individual children.
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