Jungle Teamwork
Group projects develop social skills and teamwork.
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Jungles
- Learning area: Social and Emotional Development
- Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception
Objectives
- Cooperate on group tasks
- Share materials
- Celebrate group success
Materials
- Large jungle mural paper
- Art supplies
- Team roles cards
Instructions
Work together to create a giant jungle mural. Each child has a job: painters, cutters, gluers.
Educator tip
Acknowledge cooperation explicitly: 'You shared the green paint beautifully!'
Assessment
Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Observe cooperation, sharing, and role fulfillment.