3.3y–5y6 minFree playFamily timeQuiet time
Tell Me Your Plan
Before making something with household objects, the child tells the parent what they intend to make, what they will use, and how they plan to proceed. The objects remain untouched while the child explains.
What you'll need
Essentials
- cardboard boxes
- building blocks
- cloth
- tape
Movement level: mild
What you'll do
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
What it practices
- Early Learning Goal Children recognise that a range of technology is used in places such as homes and schools. They select and use technology for particular purposes.Observable behaviour from Development Matters
- Looks closely at similarities, differences, patterns and change.Observable behaviour from Development Matters
Where it comes from
- Source
- Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
- Original guidance
- “Provide a range of programmable toys, as well as equipment involving ICT, such as computers.”
- License
- Open Government Licence v3.0
- Attribution
- © Crown Copyright 2012 (Development Matters in the EYFS, DfE)