Inspired by: The Trouble with Dragons - Week 2

Embark on a magical journey into the world of dragons with a delightful activity that encourages children to explore and label the mystical features of these mythical creatures. The task at hand is to identify and match words to the correct parts of a dragon, using an illustration of an orange dragon as the reference point. The words 'nostrils', 'wings', 'claws', 'spikes', 'horn', and 'legs' have to be correctly assigned to the dragon's anatomy. Moreover, children are prompted to think about the function of each part, stimulating their imagination and understanding of how these fantastical beasts might operate.

In another activity, children are invited to unleash their creativity by writing a descriptive piece about their very own dragon. They are encouraged to consider the appearance, size, and temperament of their dragon, as well as any special features like smoke or fire. Attention to punctuation is key, with a focus on using full stops and capital letters correctly. This exercise not only sparks creative thinking but also reinforces fundamental writing skills. Lastly, children engage with positional language through an activity that involves identifying the location of various dragons in a bustling dragon-built environment. They are asked to observe and describe the positions of different colored dragons in relation to specific landmarks, using terms such as 'in front of', 'behind', 'between', and 'above', further enhancing their spatial awareness and descriptive language abilities.