Inspired by: Toys in Space - Week 6

Inspired by the imaginative world of "Toys in Space," students embark on a creative journey to explore the art of news reporting. The learning objective is to use headings and sub-headings effectively. The activity sets a scene where toys, attached to parachutes, descend from the sky and are observed by school children during playtime. This peculiar event prompts the students to imagine how this occurrence might be featured on the evening news. They delve into the world of journalism, watching extracts from local news reports to understand the presentational and organisational features of a news broadcast. The children then have the opportunity to create their own news report, presenting it in front of a camera, thus bringing the excitement of a newsroom into the classroom.

Meanwhile, the narrative takes a heartfelt turn as the toys organise a party to uplift their friend Hoctopize, who is saddened by the absence of Cuddles. The learning focus here is to organise paragraphs around a theme. Students are tasked with designing a thoughtful party invitation for Hoctopize, ensuring it includes key details such as the reason for the celebration, location, date, time, dress code, and the planned activities. This activity not only hones their organisational skills but also their ability to empathise and convey warmth through words. In a crafty twist, they can follow in Small Sheep's footsteps by making party hats, tying in a practical application of their mathematical skills to the joyous theme of the party.