On one post it write anything you know about starter activities

1. On one post it write anything you know about starter activities On the other write anything you know about a plenary 5 minutes!

2. What makes an effective starter and plenary? Discuss key elements of a plenary Identify key elements of a starter Analyse examples of starters and plenaries

3. Identify key elements of a starter A successful starter: • Is an activity in its own right • Is linked to the rest of the lesson • Has a clear purpose • Engages all pupils • Establishes pace • Provides challenge What makes an effective starter and plenary?

4. Which of these words is the odd one out? Starter Verb Adjective Noun Adverb Example of a starter

5. Find three errors in this paragraph… Starter The boy and his friend was playing football in the garden. He kicked there ball too hard and it hit the window. His mum shouted “Who’s fault was that?” Example of a starter

6. Add description to these simple sentences. Starter The cat sat on the mat. The girl ran down the street. The teacher smiled at the student. Example of a starter

7. Write a paragraph that contains these words… Starter mischief tolerate practical cheeseburger Example of a starter

8. Discuss this picture with a partner…think about what’s happening behind you too! Starter Example of a starter

9. Discuss key elements of a plenary A successful plenary: • Draws together the learning of the group • Summarises the learning so far • Consolidates and extends learning • Directs pupils to the next phase of learning • Highlights what has been learned and how • Determine the next steps in learning What makes an effective starter and plenary?

10. Plenary Write down three things you have learnt about starters today and one question that you have Example of a plenary

11. Plenary Write down three top tips you would give a teacher about planning a starter Example of a plenary

12. Plenary The answer is “draw together the learning of the group”. What is the question? Example of a plenary

13. Write five sentences summarising this session… Now reduce that to five words… And finally to one word. Plenary Example of a plenary

14. Which picture best represents your learning today? Be ready to explain…. Plenary 2 1 3 4 Example of a plenary

15. Analyse examples of starters and plenaries Think back to the starters and plenaries that we have tried this session… With a partner discuss which ones you liked and how you think you could use them in your own lessons. What makes an effective starter and plenary?

16. Plenary Stand and Share Write down the most important thing you have learned from this session. What makes an effective starter and plenary?