Gruffalo themes provision ideas

Bring the magic of the Gruffalo to your classroom with this all-in-one, hands-on provision pack! Perfect for Reception and Year 1, this resource provides creative, engaging, and open-ended activities across four key provision areas:

Role Play Area

Children can retell the story using character masks, props, and prompt cards.

Encourages language development, imagination, and storytelling skills.

Fine Motor Skills

Activities like cutting, threading, or Gruffalo character crafts help develop hand-eye coordination and precision.

Perfect for building pencil grip and control in a fun, themed way.

Expressive Arts & Design

Children can design their own Gruffalo characters, paint story scenes, or create Gruffalo-inspired art.

Supports creativity, colour recognition, and artistic expression.

Small World Area

Create the deep dark wood with figures of the mouse, fox, owl, snake, and Gruffalo.

Children can retell the story independently, develop social skills, and explore imaginative play.