Let’s Explore! | Year 1/2 Medium Term Plan (Local Area Study & Exploration)

Let’s Explore! | Year 1/2 Cross-Curricular Topic Medium Term Plan

Take your learners on an exciting journey of discovery as they explore and develop a deeper connection with their local area. This engaging cross-curricular unit encourages children to investigate their surroundings, discover what makes their locality special and develop a strong sense of belonging within their community.

Inspired by the much-loved text The Jolly Postman, pupils explore the purpose of letters, maps and journeys while developing their literacy skills through writing and delivering their own letters around the local area. Children become familiar with key places, landmarks and features of their community as they follow routes, ask questions and make meaningful links between learning and the world around them.

Through hands-on exploration, creative activities and real-life experiences, pupils build confidence in navigating their locality, communicating with others and understanding their place within their community.

Perfect for Year 1/2, this resource supports literacy, geography, enquiry skills, communication and the development of a sense of identity and belonging.