The Invisible Suitcase: Our Stories
Discovering the treasures we carry Year 3 & 4 History and PSHE Our cultural heritage and family traditions
WALT - We Are Learning To
Understand the purpose of our project 'The Shared Journey' Recognise the value of our diverse personal and family histories Share and listen to stories respectfully in a group setting
What is an Invisible Suitcase?
Think about what you might pack in a real suitcase Now imagine a suitcase that holds your memories, stories, and traditions What special things would be in YOUR invisible suitcase?
What Goes in an Invisible Suitcase?
Family stories and traditions Languages we speak at home Special foods and recipes Celebrations and holidays we enjoy Music, games, and cultural practices Memories from special places
Post-it Reflection Activity
Take a post-it note Draw or write ONE special thing from your invisible suitcase Think about: family traditions, special memories, or cultural practices You can draw pictures if writing is hard We'll share these in our circle time
Success Criteria - How We Know We're Learning
{"left":"I can explain what is in my 'invisible suitcase' in my own words\nI can share one thing I wrote on my post-it and listen to others\nI can use drawings or words to represent my cultural background","right":"I can show respect when others share their stories\nI can ask kind questions about other people's traditions\nI can celebrate what makes us different and special"}
Sharing Circle Rules
Sit criss-cross in our circle Listen with our ears and eyes Use kind words and ask gentle questions Everyone gets a turn to share It's okay to pass if you're not ready Celebrate what makes each person special
Our Invisible Suitcase Display
Place your post-it on our class suitcase poster Look at all the different stories and traditions Notice how many special things our class carries together Ask questions about things you'd like to know more about
Our Class Wisdom
Every story matters Our differences make us stronger We all carry special treasures in our invisible suitcase
Looking Forward - The Shared Journey
Today we opened our invisible suitcases Next, we'll explore family histories together We'll learn about different cultures and traditions We'll discover how our stories connect us Remember: every story in our class is special and important