Academy governors and members of the local church recently visited Year 4 pupils at Woodlands Academy to take part in a creative and reflective activity centred on the Easter story.
During the session, pupils worked together to unpack six different boxes, each representing a key moment from the Easter story as told in the Bible. Inside each box were carefully chosen props, including a keyring, a token, a scratch card, bunting, and a plastic egg, designed to help bring the story to life and encourage thoughtful reflection.
As the items were passed around, pupils discussed their meanings and connections to the Easter narrative. They were then asked to write an emotion or a sentence inspired by each box, helping them to engage more deeply with the themes and messages behind the story.
To conclude the activity, the children created their own ‘Easter in a box’ egg boxes, giving them a personal and memorable way to revisit and understand the story.
The initiative aimed to provide an interactive and meaningful approach to teaching pupils about Easter, combining storytelling, discussion, and hands-on creativity.
Rebecca Floyd, Key Stage Two teacher, said: “We were delighted to welcome our governors and local church members into the classroom.
“The ‘Easter in a Box’ activity was a fantastic way to help pupils engage with the Easter story in a thoughtful and memorable way.
“The use of props really brought the story to life, and it was wonderful to see the children reflecting so deeply and creatively on what they had learned.”
