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Key stage 1 (Infants 5-7)

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Here are some fun and easy activities for Key stage 1 pupils/children aged 5-7. These activities can be done on their own, or linked to Macmillan events such as Cancertalk Week or The Big Hush.

Colour-in picture

This activity is linked to elements of the Personal Social Health Education (PSD and PSE).

Learning outcomes

  • Make connections and seeing relationships
  • Understand what a Macmillan nurse does

Body dance game

This fun activity is linked to elements of the National Curriculum: Personal Social Health Education (PSD and PSE) and Physical Education.

Learning outcomes

  • Recognise and name parts of the body
  • Understand there are ways of reducing the chance of getting sick, in particular being healthy and keeping active.

To download the activities and teacher's notes simply choose from the downloads on the left.

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