Stories, literacy, key stage 1 interactive whiteboard. Effective transition into year one learning activities for. Thisjam packed booklet is designed for older students making the transition from secondary school to college. Quality texts for different topics, year groups and special events. Here is a simple booklet i have designed for my new year 2 class. Four different varieties are available, with a range of structures to match the age ability of your class. Making the transition from the foundation stage to key stage 1. I created this first book when my district moved my elementary school into a new building over christmas break. Book list books for class transitions books for topics. This publication showcases the learning journeys of the schools which have been involved in a yearlong.
Listen to or read the story of jack and the beanstalk. Instead, this picture book focuses on sixyearold garmanns fears about starting school and what he learns about life, death, and fear from his parents and his elderly aunts. Blank class quiz lynne outhwaite work icons valerie ryan shopping memory game brian carruthers football registration cath walls blank trump game cards primaryteacheruk doc. Whatever the transition your child is facing, we hope a few of these books might help ease their fears and remind them of all the fun theyll have. Garmanns summer is unlike the many books about starting school that provide information and reassurance. Transition from ks1 to ks2 can be a big step for some children, so here is a comprehensive list of the important things you need to be aware of.
A delightful, animated story about a seed which grows up to become a tree. Primary maths transition resources for year 6 to 7. Transition days foundation stage, ks1, ks2 and ks3 placemat. Books for year 1 pupils aged 56 in ks1 school reading list. Each topic covered includes key facts, photographs, activity ideas and vocabulary to help to build an understanding of the science behind the topic. This essential book is indispensable reading for students and practitioners in both the early years foundation stage and key stage 1. This book advocates bringing an eyfs approach into year one. As a ks2 teacher moving to year one, i thought it might be useful. This publication showcases the learning journeys of the schools which. Just jack is a highly enjoyable chapter book about new beginnings that would make a great transition novel for upper ks2.
How to ensure a smooth transition from reception to year 1. These reading recommendations include a range of titles to cover all ability ranges including the less able and the more able, and our aim is to provide a wide variety of book choices to read together with your child or encourage them. A selection of superherothemed activities and resources to use as part of your students transition from one class to another. These books can open up communication, helping your. By the end of summer, garmann is still scared about school but. Recommended reading lists for children in eyfs and key stage 1 with picture books and first chapter books carefully selected by teachers and librarians. Transition to the next primary class workbook teaching. Some face moving from an infants school to a junior or middle school. I included photos of both the new school and the old school. Going to a setting for the first time, moving to another one, starting school or moving into a new class are seen by many people as a normal part of the lives of children. Teachers and teaching assistants work on completing the booklet together with their pupils, once completed the book can be used as a transition social story.
A handy book to support secondary students and young people moving to a different year group, phase or new school. I have simply printed the pages and made them double sided. Week 25 reception group of 4 reception pupils to stay in year one class for lesson in groups on rotation. Challenges and investigations to get your children thinking. Jun 20, 20 all sorts of resources and ideas for smoothing transitions of any kind for young children. The journey childrens lives today are so much more hectic than ever before. There are lots of choices with reading ideas to suit all abilities with a wide variety of suggested books for 4yearolds, 5yearolds, 6yearolds and 7yearolds in primary school. Organising the learning day to include childinitiated activity. Transition day make a hanging octopus using ribbons, googly eyes and a foil tin case ks1 ks2 i used this as an activity for the year 2 children when they came over to the junior school for the first time. Transition teaching resources new class primary ks1. An animated story where children watch and then answer questions. From oil dependency to local resilience by rob hopkins, when techn. Make your first visit to reception to experience next years cohort it is a really important part of the transition process that y1 teachers can get to see firsthand the level that children enter reception. See more ideas about transition activities, teaching, activities.
Video introductions get to know children at the start of the. Book lists and recommendations for primary school curriculum topics. Books for year 1 the following list contains suggested stories to appeal to children aged 5 and 6 years old in key stage 1 primary school classes in the uk. The kissing hand by audrey penn, the transition handbook. Browse cgps ks1 year 1 ages 56 science, maths, english and languages books. Home english writing all writing resources fiction nonfiction. Explore our library and use wonderful books in your lessons. The following book templates can be used as part of transition activities. An animated story of the fairy tale jack and the beanstalk in short video clips from the bbc.
Book recommendations for early years eyfs, nursery, reception classes and foundation stage. Made up of a selection of anecdotal, helpful and useful editable pages, this book contains everything they need to say goodbye to their old school and move on to their new college life. Transition into key stage one a blog and a book alistair bryceclegg june 22, 2019 transition 14 comments as this is the time of year that lots of reception and year one teachers are thinking about transition. For some, however, it can be worrying and unsettling. Make your own transition and social skills books for. Ease into the transition now with these fun, relatable reads about the joys of the. The chapter books on our list are generally best for elementary through early.
Transition books these book templates can be used as part of transition activities. Transition is the transfer of students from one class to another, and is a stressful time for students and teachers alike. This list of back to school and transition books will help you to prepare your topic. This excellent pack features all the resources you could need to help your children transition into their new school year. Effective transition into year one learning activities for early years. For most pupils, transition to a new year group is an exciting time. Preparing for good transition from reception to year 1. Quality texts for different topics and year groups. Take the stress and anxiety out of transition for you and your students with our amazing range of resources and activities for ks1 students. Read books, colouring, play on the computer, cut and stick, play with dominoes, play in the airport, play snap, drawing. Help your children to manage their feelings and develop their thinking skills. Students can communicate interesting facts and information about themselves.
Buy effective transition into year one learning activities for early years uk ed. Picture books are especially enjoyable for adults to read aloud with young kids. Books for eyfs and ks1 children aged 47 school reading list. This is a colourful nonfiction text that is good for supporting a growing plants topic in ks1. Sen transition booklets and resources ks2, ks1, early. It is perfect for using in the transition process into years 1 or 2, either before children move to their new class, to send home over the summer holidays or to use with your new class.
Transition from ks1 to ks2 walkington primary school. Preparing for good transition from reception to year 1 by juliet mickelburgh in articles teaching and learning on may 22, 2019 we all know that feeling of starting something new. The the first day of term all the children in key stage 2 line up in the ks2 playground at 8. These books have stories of kids of the same age who are making that transition. Developing successful transitions gloucestershire county council. Crucially, the book focuses on the emotional wellbeing of the pupils going through a transition into ks1, creating a healthy and effective learning environment, promoting high levels of attainment in year 1 based on the effective principles of early years practice. Lynn16 transition to the next primary class workbook. This is an unusual circumstance, but many of the elements i used can apply to any transition book. With a little help from a new friend, jack begins to realise that instead of pretending to be just like everybody else, it is time to enjoy being just jack. Transition teaching resources new class primary ks1 resources.
The children will be expected to put their coat, lunchbox, water bottle and book bag away independently and then. Very useful to share with the new year group or receiving school. See more ideas about teaching, beginning of school, school. The transition from ks1 to ks2 can be a big step for children. Research aim lto provide an evidence base about the effectiveness of transition from.