Winter Wonders: Reception Science Pack

Transform your winter term with this comprehensive, child-led science bundle!

Spark genuine curiosity and scientific thinking with four winter-themed wonder questions that capture children’s imaginations whilst delivering rich EYFS learning:

• “I wonder how Santa fits down the chimney?” - Size, measurement, forces, problem-solving & design
• “I wonder why snowmen melt?” - States of matter, temperature, seasons & materials
• “I wonder why gingerbread goes hard?” - Changing materials, baking, senses & food science
• “I wonder why Rudolph’s nose glows red?” - Habitats, senses & materials & states
• Plus the Planning Template to create your own wonder questions!

What’s Included:

• 4 Complete Unit Plans (Santa, Snowmen, Gingerbread, Rudolph, plus blank template)
• 20+ hands-on activities per unit - ready to go!
• 5 learning pathways per topic following children’s natural curiosity
• Comprehensive EYFS links to all areas of learning
• Tier 2 & 3 vocabulary lists for language development
• Assessment & observation guidance
• Home learning connections to engage families
• Resource lists & safety considerations

Why We Love This Bundle:

• Child-led inquiry approach - follows their questions, not just yours!
• Minimal prep, maximum engagement - all planning done for you
• Flexible pathways - choose the investigations that excite YOUR class
• Rich vocabulary development naturally embedded
• Perfect for winter term - Christmas, seasonal changes, and weather
• Professional, printable format - high-quality resources you’ll use year after year

Perfect For:

• Reception teachers looking for engaging winter science
• Settings wanting to embed inquiry-based learning
• Educators seeking child-led investigation approaches
• Anyone wanting to bring the magic of Christmas and winter into science learning
• Teachers needing comprehensive EYFS-aligned planning

What Makes This Different:
Unlike traditional topic packs, this bundle uses the “Follow Their Wonder” approach - starting with questions that genuinely puzzle young children, then following multiple learning pathways based on their interests and curiosity. Each unit includes activities ranging from simple observations to complex investigations, allowing differentiation for all learners.

All resources are fully aligned with the EYFS framework and include explicit links to Early Learning Goals across Understanding the World, Mathematics, Communication & Language, Physical Development, and more.