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The Jolly Postman (Reception/KS1)

Bring literacy learning to life with activities inspired by The Jolly Postman by Janet and Ahlberg.

Teachers’ notes, PowerPoints and activities linking the fictional story to the real life job of a postie.

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01 About The Jolly Postman books

Learn about the art of illustration, rhymes, fairy tales and how the postal service uses word play.
02 Addressed and Stamped

Find out why we use postcodes and stamps when we write letters or send parcels.
03 A Day in the life of a postie

Posties deliver letters to unusual and remote addresses, use map skills to plot a postal route.
04 Tricky Situations

Research and write a report about the dangers and perils faced by posties through time.
05 Clothes for the job

Posties dress for work whatever the weather, look at different uniforms and design your own.