Lesson Plan: Addition Linked to The Gruffalo Story

Age Group: EYFS (3-5 years)

Objective: To introduce the concept of addition to EYFS children using The Gruffalo story as a context.

Introduction: 1. Begin the lesson by reading The Gruffalo story to the children. 2. Engage the children in a discussion about the story, asking questions such as: - What did you like about the story? - Can you name the characters in the story? - What happened in the story?

Lesson Outline: 1. Explain to the children that today they will be learning about addition, which means adding two or more numbers together. 2. Show the children a simple addition problem, such as 2 + 3, and explain that when we add these two numbers, we get a new number. 3. Introduce the concept of using objects to represent numbers. For example, use counters or small toys to represent the numbers in the addition problem. 4. Model how to count the objects and add them together, using the example of 2 + 3. 5. Provide opportunities for the children to practice counting and adding objects together, using different addition problems.

Questioning: 1. During the lesson, ask questions to check the children’s understanding, such as: - How many objects do we have in total? - What happens when we add two numbers together? - Can you show me how to add these two numbers using objects?

Assessment: 1. Use informal observation to assess the children’s understanding of addition as they engage in the hands-on activity. 2. Observe if the children are able to count and add objects accurately. 3. Take note of any misconceptions or difficulties the children may have.

Hands-on Activity: 1. Provide each child with a worksheet that includes simple addition problems related to The Gruffalo story. 2. Encourage the children to use objects, such as counters or small toys, to represent the numbers in the addition problems. 3. Allow the children to work independently or in pairs to solve the addition problems using the objects. 4. Circulate around the room, providing support and guidance as needed.

Self-assessment or Checklist: 1. Provide each child with a self-assessment checklist that includes criteria for successful completion of the hands-on activity. 2. Encourage the children to review their work and check off the criteria they have met. 3. Discuss the checklist with the children, allowing them to reflect on their learning and identify areas for improvement.

Differentiation: 1. For children who may need additional support, provide manipulatives, such as number lines or ten frames, to help them visualize the addition problems. 2. For children who are more advanced, provide extension activities that involve larger numbers or more complex addition problems.

Plenary: 1. Gather the children together and review the concept of addition. 2. Ask the children to share their experiences and what they have learned during the lesson. 3. Use a video resource, such as “The Gruffalo Song” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJvXkqfYjLk), to reinforce the learning and engage the children in a fun and interactive way. 4. Summarize the lesson by emphasizing the importance of addition in everyday life and how it can be used to solve problems.

Worksheet Resources: 1. The Gruffalo Addition Worksheet: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resource/t-t-254654-the-gruffalo-addition-sheet 2. The Gruffalo Addition Coloring Worksheet: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resource/t-t-254655-the-gruffalo-addition-coloring-sheet

Video Resources: 1. The Gruffalo Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJvXkqfYjLk 2. The Gruffalo Animated Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8sUPpPc8Ws