Afternoon Activities

If you would like some ideas for afternoon activities, have a look at the suggestions below. 

Science - What do we know about the weather? 

In this lesson you will be recapping on what you already know about the 4 seasons and the different types of weather we often experience during them. 

Before you start the lesson talk about:  different times in the year and what was the weather like? What were you wearing?  What things did you do? Can you remember any special events that happen during different seasons?

Click here to start your lesson:

• Introductory quiz – complete but don’t worry of you get things wrong.
• Video – pause when asked and complete the tasks set out the worksheet or on paper.  During the video you will be prompted to ‘Have your’ turn where you should answer questions or repeat key facts.
• Exit quiz – repeat questions from introductory quiz.  Did you do better this time? Well done
• Optional extension task – Write a short weather report about the weather where you are today.  Try to include some of the ‘Star words ‘you have learnt.  If you can find out the temperature to include in your report.

Story time – watch the animated story about the different types of weather.

Geography - What is a continent? 

What is a continent? (Click on the question to take you to the website).

In this lesson we are going to be learning about the seven continents. We are going to learn what a Geographer is and how important they are. We will be looking at the seven continents, comparing their size and location on our planet. We will then be learning all about what the equator is. You will need a piece of paper and a pencil for this lesson.

Art - Andy Goldsworthy 

Create some art inspired by Andy Goldsworthy.

Create your own picture or pattern with natural materials by and using things you find. Go on a walk or look in your garden or other outdoor space. Gather some small items together – leaves, petals, grasses, pebbles. (Don’t break bits off of trees or plants please!) Find a suitable space at home or outdoors. Arrange your items to make a pattern or picture. Take photos of your work to share.