The jolly ‘toy lady’ begins the day by showing the children her collection of toys from the past, including some very special dolls and a wonderful old clockwork monkey. Attention is paid to materials and construction and the forces behind the moving toys. In groups, the children experience a wide range of activities based around a large collection of (original and reproduction) old toys.
Activities include:
Toys played with indoors, toys played outdoors, toys that trick the eyes, marbles games, clockwork toys, making simple toys of their own, and story-making. This day can be adapted for a half-day visit for younger children ~ nursery and reception for example.
This day supports Unit 1 of QCA History Schemes of Work - Key stage 1