What Happened After the Nursery Rhyme? -Lesson Pack (Ages 4-12)

What Happened After the Nursery Rhyme? – Lesson Pack


From nursery rhymes to new adventures—write what comes next!

 

Inspired by the thoughtful picture book After the Fall by Dan Santat, this English lesson explores traditional nursery rhymes in a whole new light, encouraging self-reflection, bravery, and storytelling.

Children will learn what nursery rhymes are and explore the key “ingredients” that make them memorable. With guided discussion around After the Fall, they’ll reflect on the themes of courage and recovery, and create a positive “What I like about myself” poster. The lesson also includes a gentle grammar focus on apostrophes and contractions, leading into a writing task where children imagine what happened after a nursery rhyme ended—giving old tales new life.

 

What’s included:
• Pre-recorded lesson (20 minutes plus activity time)
• Printable worksheets and activity materials
• Handy links to extend learning at home

 

A meaningful, creative lesson that builds confidence, literacy skills, and emotional insight.