Talk box: speaking and listening activities for learning at Key Stage 1

Abstract

At the heart of these 12 lesson plans is the 'talk box'. Teachers take what is in the box and by following the book's guidelines, can structure children's talk so that they share information, articulate ideas, reason and negotiate. Lessons cover: Whole class and small group work that is built around specific learning bjectives and the NLS; Cross-curricular links to English, Maths, Science and Citizenship; Ideas to foster thinking skills