FREE Space: What is a Meteor? Teaching Poster | EYFS & KS1 Printables

FREE Early Years, Year 1 & Year 2 Space: ‘What is a Meteor?’ Teaching & LEarning Poster

Blast off into learning about our solar system with our wonderful FREE Space: What is a Meteor? Teaching Poster! This engaging printable resource is perfect for EYFS and KS1 children, providing a fantastic way to introduce a scientific topic while developing vocabulary, observational skills, and an appreciation for the wonders of space.

Ideal for Preschool, Nursery, School, or for Parents and Childminders at home, this poster is a brilliant tool for a topic on space, the solar system, or as a support for teaching about the Annual Perseid Meteor Shower.

This fantastic FREE pack features:

• A 'What is a Meteor?' teaching poster. The poster includes clear, simple language and a visual representation to explain what meteors are.

• Designed for discussion and learning: The clear image and straightforward text are perfect for sparking conversations and answering curious questions about space.

(Note: Please use your own discretion and knowledge of your children to ensure appropriateness of each activity suggested on this page and safety concerning any materials given and activity undertaken.)

• 💡 How to use this resource in your classroom/setting

  Our FREE Space: What is a Meteor? Teaching Poster is incredibly versatile and can be used in a multitude of ways across various early years and KS1 environments:

  • Focused Science Lesson:

    • Use the poster as the central point for a discussion about space.

    • Use the simple explanation to define what a meteor is and how it differs from a meteorite.

    • This can lead to a discussion about space and the things that are out there.

  • Display Aid:

    • The poster can be used as a permanent part of a 'space' display, serving as a visual aid for children to refer back to. This is especially useful during events like a meteor shower.

  • Creative Writing & Drawing Prompt:

    • The poster can be used as a stimulus for a writing or drawing task. Children could draw what they think a meteor looks like or write a simple sentence about what they learned.

  • Encouraging Observation:

    • Use the poster to encourage children to go outside with their families on a clear night to see if they can spot any meteors. This makes the learning more hands-on and real-world.

• 🎯 Learning objectives covered - 🐣 EYFS Framework

  EYFS Framework:

  • Communication and Language: Children listen to new vocabulary and use it in their conversations. They can describe what they see in the poster.

  • Understanding the World (The World): Children learn about our solar system and the different celestial objects within it.

  • Literacy (Reading - indirectly): Exposure to the words on the poster helps with word recognition and understanding that print carries meaning.

• 🎯 Learning objectives covered - 🐤 KS1 Curriculum

  KS1 Curriculum:

  • English (Spoken Language): Children can use the poster as a stimulus for discussion and to share their ideas.

Download our FREE Space: What is a Meteor? Teaching Poster today and add a delightful, educational, and fun touch to your science learning!

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