Free Local History Word Mat | EYFS Core | BookFlik
Bring the past to life in your classroom with our engaging History local history word mat eyfs core resource. Designed specifically for children aged 3 to 5, this beautifully illustrated tool helps young learners explore the concept of the past, their immediate environment, and how their local community has changed over time.
This resource features our friendly elephant character, Ellie, who loves history and stories. She guides children through key vocabulary such as old, new, past, present, building, and street. By using this History local history word mat eyfs core, children will develop an understanding of change and continuity, which is a fundamental aspect of the Understanding the World area of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
Teachers can use this mat to support circle time discussions, small group investigations, or as a prompt during local walks. It provides a perfect visual anchor for children to describe what they see, compare old photographs of their town with the present day, and build a foundational vocabulary for historical inquiry. Because this is a History local history word mat eyfs core, it is perfectly pitched for learners working at the expected standard, ensuring the language is accessible yet challenging enough to extend their descriptive skills.
The resource includes 5-7 questions to spark curiosity, such as:
1. Can you point to the building that looks the oldest?
2. What things in our town do you think were here when your grandparents were little?
3. If you were building a new house, what colour would you paint the door?
4. Can you find a shop on the map that sells items for £1?
5. How does our street look different today compared to the picture?
Download this free, high-quality printable today to help your pupils begin their journey as historians, observing the world around them with confidence and wonder.
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