This EYFS Twinkle Twinkle circle time resource provides a clear and easy to follow structure for an adult to use when leading circle time. Throughout the session there are regular opportunities for discussion linking to the nursery rhyme themes of Twinkle Twinkle with suggested questions based around the dark and night time. The activity then moves on to a mindfulness task to help children develop calming strategies. This could be done with a whole class or a small group to take the time to think, take turns and be mindful.

It covers the following objectives for children in reception:

Express their feelings and consider the feelings of others