{"product_id":"celebration-of-books-activity-and-reading-corner","title":"Celebration of Books Activity and Reading Corner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCelebration of Books Activity and Reading Corner\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreate a recognisable space for books and conversation with the Celebration of Books Activity and Reading Corner. This themed resource can help an early years setting establish a place to gather for stories, discuss characters and develop new narratives through shared play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeas for early years activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBegin with a short story and ask children to talk about a character, setting or event. Give them time to notice details and listen to other suggestions. An adult can demonstrate how to build on an idea, then invite the group to invent an alternative ending or a new meeting between characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the corner for a regular read-aloud routine, a small-group conversation or a child-led story session. Separately supplied books and resources can change the focus without replacing the setting. Keep the activity accessible by accepting spoken ideas, gestures and listening as different ways to participate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUsing the resource in your setting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlan a short, manageable activity around the group's interests. Introduce one prompt at a time and give children space to respond in their own way. The resource can act as a familiar focus, while an adult provides the language, questions and support that make the activity meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a suitable location within your room and allow enough space for the planned activity. Keep the resource separate from accessories used to demonstrate an idea, and check the supplied items when planning your set-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading engagement and imaginative storytelling:\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a theme for adult-led discussion and child-led ideas. Use it to begin a conversation and follow the interests that children bring to the activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible group use:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable as a focus for a planned small-group session or a familiar classroom routine. Vary the length and style of the activity to suit those taking part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpportunities to listen and respond:\u003c\/strong\u003e shared activities can include asking questions, describing an idea and hearing another viewpoint. Adults can model turn-taking and leave time for different responses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnections with books and play:\u003c\/strong\u003e separately supplied stories and appropriate resources can extend the theme. They are optional additions to your activity and are not included with this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA reusable activity focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e return to the theme with a new prompt, story or classroom situation. Repetition can offer a familiar starting point while leaving room for new ideas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace required: 150 × 100 × 100 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions and playmat are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sport and Playbase","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55272063467857,"sku":"SP.CORN62","price":232.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/5267\/3361\/files\/Generatedimage2_44.webp?v=1791874277","url":"https:\/\/www.sensoryeducation.co.uk\/products\/celebration-of-books-activity-and-reading-corner","provider":"Sensory Education","version":"1.0","type":"link"}