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Engage 4–5-year-olds in developing communication and language skills with this The Gruffalo lesson plan. Includes PDF and Word files for easy use.

This resource is specifically designed to meet the Early Learning Goal (ELG) for Communication and Language: Listening, Attention, and Understanding. It provides a 1-hour interactive lesson plan that uses The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson to help children develop active listening, thoughtful commenting, and back-and-forth conversational skills.

What’s Included:

Lesson Plan: A structured and detailed plan in Word (.docx) format for teachers to follow step-by-step.
Visual Aids: Illustrated story sequences in Powerpointb format to encourage discussion and comprehension.
Activities:
Circle Time Story Starter: Engages children in listening to a story and responding with predictions and ideas.
Small Group Discussions: Promotes teamwork and critical thinking using story-related prompts.
Action and Response Game: Encourages physical and imaginative engagement with the story.
Plenary Session: A whole-class reflective discussion to consolidate learning.
Assessment Criteria: Helps educators evaluate children’s progress in meeting communication and language development milestones.
Who Is This Resource For?
This resource is ideal for Early Years Educators, including Teachers and teaching assistants, working with children in Reception or preschool settings. It supports the EYFS framework and can be adapted for various classroom needs.

Key Features:

Focuses on developing listening, attention, and understanding skills.
Includes engaging, interactive activities that foster language development.
Aligns with the EYFS curriculum and Early Learning Goals.
File formats: Word (.docx) and Powerpoint for compatibility with most devices and systems.
Perfect for small group work, whole-class teaching, or individual support, this resource will make learning fun and meaningful for young learners.