Toys from the Past
Introduction
Many of the toys at the Harris museum are around one hundred years old. This resource can be used by schools and Early Years settings alike to gain an understanding of toys in the past. Why not follow up with a visit to the Harris Museum and Art Gallery where a workshop on Toys can be booked and led by the Education team?
Curriculum links:
KS1 History QCA unit 1: How are our toys different from those in the past?
Learning outcomes:
Use words and phrases about the passing of time
Recognise some characteristics of toys in the past
Ask and answer questions about toys in the past
Use museum displays to find out about toys in the past
Identify differences between old and new toys
Communicate about old and new toys through talk, play and writing.
There is another learning journey called
Toys Through Time on My Learning if you would like to see more resources on this subject
Learning article provided by:
Harris Museum & Art Gallery |
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