KS1 English: Story Building with Jack and the Beanstalk
KS1 English: Story Building with Jack and the Beanstalk Workshop Overview
Step into the world of Jack and the Beanstalk with this engaging and interactive storytelling and LEGO building workshop! This hands-on session allows KS1 students to explore key story elements, character roles, and descriptive language while taking part in a fun, creative building challenge.
Students will discuss Jack’s adventure, consider the significance of the beanstalk and the giant’s castle, and use LEGO bricks to construct their own towering beanstalk and the castle in the clouds. Through storytelling, teamwork, and problem-solving, this workshop enhances sequencing skills, oral storytelling, and creative thinking, making it an ideal cross-curricular experience linking English, Traditional Tales, and Design & Technology
Workshop Learning Objectives
- Retell Jack and the Beanstalk in sequence, identifying key events and characters.
- Describe the significance of key story elements, including the beanstalk and the giant’s castle.
- Use descriptive language to explain their LEGO constructions and their role in Jack’s adventure.
- Demonstrate an understanding of strong building techniques by creating a tall, stable LEGO beanstalk.
- Work collaboratively to discuss, build, and evaluate their designs, linking storytelling with design and engineering concepts.
Workshop Learning Outcomes
By the end of the school workshop students will be able to :
- Confidently retell Jack and the Beanstalk in the correct sequence, using appropriate story language.
- Identify and explain the importance of structures in the story, linking the beanstalk’s height and the castle’s stability to real-life building techniques.
- Use descriptive words to narrate their LEGO build, justifying design choices and their connection to Jack’s adventure.
- Successfully construct a tall and stable LEGO beanstalk and a sturdy castle using interlocking bricks for support.
- Work in teams to reflect on their creations, discussing strengths and areas for improvement.
What to Expect From This Workshop
Understanding the structure and sequence of Jack and the Beanstalk, identifying key moments and character motivations.
Recognising the role of the beanstalk as a crucial link between Jack’s world and the giant’s castle.
Exploring and experimenting with different construction techniques to build a tall, stable LEGO beanstalk and a strong castle.
Learning how to reinforce height and stability using overlapping and interlocking bricks.
Bringing the story to life by designing and constructing the key settings of Jack’s adventure and discussing their significance.
Hands-On Activity Details
During the 75 minute workshop the students will
Activity 1: Giant Beanstalk Build
Students will construct a giant LEGO beanstalk, experimenting with different building techniques to achieve height and stability. They will test the strength of their structures and evaluate which design best supports the beanstalk’s towering form.
Activity 2: Giant’s Castle in the Clouds
Using their knowledge of strong building techniques, students will work in pairs to build the giant’s castle in the clouds, ensuring they adopt the stability techniques learned in Activity 1.
At the end, students will present their designs, explaining their creative decisions and how their structures fit within the story.
Why Students Will Enjoy This Workshop
Hands-on LEGO challenges make English, Traditional Tales, and Design & Technology interactive and exciting.
Encourages imaginative storytelling and problem-solving.
Access to thousands of LEGO bricks to bring their ideas to life.
Inspires discussion on character development and how the setting influences the adventure.
Breakdown Of Duration
This KS1 English: Story Building with Jack and the Beanstalk workshop is a total of 75 minutes long.
- Introduction (5 mins) – Overview of the workshop
- Story Presentation (10 mins) - Jack and the Beanstalk
- LEGO Activity 1 (10 mins) - Hands-on Building of Giant Beanstalk
- Interactive Discussion (5 mins) - Evaluation of structure
- LEGO Activity 2 - Hands-on Building (35 mins) - Giant's Castle in the Clouds
- Summary, Photos and Tidy-up (10 mins)
Pricing Information
Our KS1 English school workshops provide exceptional educational value and hands-on experiences for students.
Pricing is tailored based on location, group size, and session length. Please contact us to discuss your requirements and receive a personalised quote.
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Discover how the ‘KS1 English: Jack and the Beanstalk‘ workshop can bring history to life in your classroom. Contact Build to Learn today to enquire about availability and tailored options for your school!
With over a decade of experience as the founder of Brickies Club Limited, I have inspired thousands of children aged 4 to 16 to develop creativity and problem-solving skills through LEGO-based activities. Now leading Build to Learn Limited, I deliver hands-on workshops that align with curriculum goals in STEM, history, and more. My expertise extends beyond practical delivery, incorporating a deep understanding of diverse learning styles to create impactful, memorable sessions that foster teamwork, curiosity, and critical thinking.
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