Lesson 4: Obstacle races

Following instructions or actions and persevering when things get difficult.

Learning objectives

  • To follow instructions involving several ideas or actions.
  • To persevere when things are difficult.

EYFS outcomes

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

ELG: Self-Regulation

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

ELG: Managing Self

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

See Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.

Non-statutory curriculum guidance

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Children in reception will be learning to:

  • Show resilience and perseverance in the face of challenge. 

See Development Matters (non-statutory curriculum guidance).

Before the lesson

Activity

Teacher notes

Key vocabulary

Prompts for learning

Observations

Next steps

  • Listen carefully to instructions.
  • Communicate clearly and work as a team.
  • Note any specific next steps for individual children.
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