Learning objective
- To talk about a favourite toy.
Success criteria
- I can explain what my favourite toy
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National curriculum
History
The National curriculum
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Before starting this unit, check that the children can recall the following words: Past: Events that have already happened. Present: Time happening now. Timeline: A line showing events in time order. Living memory: Events remembered by people who are alive. Remember: To have or keep an image or idea from the past in your mind.…
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could draw or photograph and verbally describe their favourite toy; could count aloud together along the timeline.
Pupils working at greater depth
Could complete the Activity: My favourite toy (extension) independently and write a sentence to explain their choice; should be encouraged to think about how their preferences have changed over time.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: discussing their favourite toy; recalling their
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Vocabulary definitions
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memory
Something remembered from the past.
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play
To take part in an activity for enjoyment.
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In this unit
Assessment - History Y1: How have toys changed?
Lesson 1: What is your favourite toy?
Lesson 2: Did your parents and grandparents play with the same toys as you?
Lesson 3: What were toys like in the past?
Lesson 4: What is similar and different about toys now and in the past?
Lesson 5: How have teddy bears changed over time?
Lesson 6: How have toys changed?
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Last update: 13th November, 2025
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