*NEW* Where? By Jordan Collins Scheme of Work

Where? by Jordan Collins
6-Session English Scheme of Work
Inclusive, differentiated planning exploring identity, belonging & cultural diversity.

This carefully crafted Scheme of Work is based on the beautifully poetic picture book Where? by Jordan Collins .
A thought-provoking text which explores the universal question of Where do I belong? Through rich imagery and accessible language, it encourages young people to reflect on identity, heritage and community, while promoting empathy, respect and confidence in self-expression.

Designed specifically for specialist settings supporting learners working from semi-formal to formal pathways (EYFS to Year 2+), this unit ensures barrier-free access for all pupils, including pre-verbal communicators. It combines sensory storytelling, communication-rich activities, and creative responses to poetry.

What is Included in the Pack?

• 6 fully-differentiated lesson plans (one sensory reading session + one task-based session per week)
• Clear learning objectives & success criteria
• Semi-formal, Formal and Formal+ adaptations every lesson
• Poetry-based writing frameworks & visual scaffolds
• Vocabulary development & symbol-supported communication tasks
• Story-mapping & sequencing activities
• Creative arts links including mark-making, drama & sensory experiences
• Bucket activities and motivational engagement tasks
• Cultural safety guidance, supporting sensitive delivery of themes such as race and prejudice
• British Values and SMSC coverage highlighted throughout
• Links to EHCP assessment statements
• Opportunities for a final collaborative performance/poem

Skills & Curriculum Coverage
This unit supports:

• Reading comprehension through images, prediction & retrieval
• Spoken language development (questioning, turn-taking, recall)
• Writing for real purpose using repetition & sensory vocabulary
• PHSE & Citizenship links: diversity, tolerance, mutual respect
• Preparing for Adulthood pathways: communication, community engagement

** Ideal For**

• SEND English specialists
• Post 16 & complex needs providers
• EYFS to KS2 intervention groups
• Symbol-supported literacy programmes
• Classrooms using Colourful Semantics & sensory learning

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this sequence, learners will have:

• Engaged deeply with an inclusive, diverse narrative
• Developed confidence in sharing their identity & emotions
• Created and performed a collaborative poem celebrating belonging
• Produced evidence for progress in reading, writing & communication.