Sparkle and Shine

Project overview

“This companion mini project teaches children about the celebrations that take place during the autumn and winter seasons, and focus on the significance and symbolism of light at this time of year.

What’s included

Sparkle and Shine is a comprehensive subject project that boasts an array of essentials including:

  • 7

    Nursery activities

  • 14

    Reception activities

  • 12

    Enhanced provision activities

  • 21

    Resources

  • Did you know?

Project scope

Sparkle and Shine provides a structured approach to science, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Subject

  • Communication and language

  • Expressive arts and design

  • Literacy

  • Mathematics

  • Personal, social and emotional development

  • Understanding the world

Topics

  • Celebrations

  • Christmas

  • Diwali

  • Festivals

  • Food

  • Light

  • Special occasions

Looking for a full curriculum?

If youโ€™re looking for inspiring lessons and resources across the whole curriculum, then the Cornerstones Curriculum offers everything you need for single or multi-year groups, with a collection of projects designed by subject experts to support teachers and subject leaders at every level of subject knowledge.