Inspired by: The Lighthouse Keepers Picnic - Week 3

Inspired by "The Lighthouse Keeper's Picnic" by Ronda and David Armitage, the learning activities delve into the rich vocabulary of taste and food descriptions. The first activity encourages children to explore the word 'delectable', a term Mr. Grinling uses to praise Mrs. Grinling's cooking. Students are tasked with discussing the meaning of 'delectable', identifying synonyms that describe tasty food, and contrasting them with words that denote the opposite, such as 'tasteless'. They also examine the suffix '-less' and how it alters the meaning of words, broadening their understanding of language nuances through synonyms and antonyms like 'pleasant' and 'unpleasant'.

The subsequent activities focus on personal experiences with food and the structure of language. Students are invited to write a review of their favourite meal, reflecting on the company, location, food, and what they enjoyed the most. This exercise not only encourages descriptive writing but also personal reflection on joyful dining experiences. Additionally, the children learn about the formation of nouns using suffixes such as '-er', as seen in the example of Mrs. Grinling being an adept baker. They explore this concept further by identifying other occupations that use this suffix. Finally, the theme of healthy eating is introduced through Mr. Grinling's need to eat more fruit and vegetables. Children engage with fresh produce, learning the song 'Cauliflowers Fluffy' and adapting it to celebrate their favourite fruits and vegetables, fostering a love for healthy foods and creative expression.