Perfect for the new school year! This comprehensive 6-page lesson plan combines Geography, Literacy, PSHE, and Art in one brilliant 60-90 minute activity that helps children settle into their new class.
Watch your pupils light up as they create personalised maps showing their life journey - from where they were born to significant places and events. This thoughtfully designed resource includes differentiation strategies for Years 1-6, complete success criteria, and safeguarding considerations.
What makes this special:
Builds classroom community through personal storytelling
Develops essential map-reading skills with symbols and keys
Encourages confident oral communication
Celebrates each child's unique journey and background
Includes EAL and SEN adaptations
Curriculum Links: National Curriculum Geography (locational knowledge, mapping skills), English (descriptive writing, speaking & listening), PSHE (relationships, identity), Art & Design
"This lesson plan was perfect for our first week back! The children were so engaged creating their story maps, and it really helped me get to know them better. The differentiation suggestions were spot-on for my mixed Year 2/3 class." - Sarah M., Primary Teacher
"Loved how this combined so many curriculum areas whilst being genuinely meaningful for the children. The safeguarding notes showed real thoughtfulness too." - James K., Deputy Head
Perfect for the new school year! This comprehensive 6-page lesson plan combines Geography, Literacy, PSHE, and Art in one brilliant 60-90 minute activity that helps children settle into their new class.
Watch your pupils light up as they create personalised maps showing their life journey - from where they were born to significant places and events. This thoughtfully designed resource includes differentiation strategies for Years 1-6, complete success criteria, and safeguarding considerations.
What makes this special:
Builds classroom community through personal storytelling
Develops essential map-reading skills with symbols and keys
Encourages confident oral communication
Celebrates each child's unique journey and background
Includes EAL and SEN adaptations
Curriculum Links: National Curriculum Geography (locational knowledge, mapping skills), English (descriptive writing, speaking & listening), PSHE (relationships, identity), Art & Design
"This lesson plan was perfect for our first week back! The children were so engaged creating their story maps, and it really helped me get to know them better. The differentiation suggestions were spot-on for my mixed Year 2/3 class." - Sarah M., Primary Teacher
"Loved how this combined so many curriculum areas whilst being genuinely meaningful for the children. The safeguarding notes showed real thoughtfulness too." - James K., Deputy Head
