Supporting every child and teacher, together

This puzzle sets the foundation for the year and focuses on building self-identity, self-esteem, and a strong sense of belonging in the classroom and school community. It encourages children to recognise their role within the class and beyond, helping them build relationships, understand their responsibilities, and respect others.

Key Topics

• Self-awareness – Children learn to reflect on who they are, what they value, and their role within a community.
• Classroom rules and expectations – This is a vital time for establishing the Jigsaw Charter, a set of agreements that all children agree to follow, promoting respect, kindness, and inclusivity.
• Belonging – Through activities that explore identity and empathy, children begin to understand the value of being part of a larger community, whether in their class, school, or the world.
• Rights and responsibilities – The focus is on recognising their rights as individuals and understanding their responsibilities within their community.

Key Skills and Outcomes

• Children gain confidence and a sense of pride in who they are and their unique qualities.
• They practice collaboration and respect for others’ viewpoints and contributions.
• Understanding fairness and taking responsibility for their actions helps them engage positively with peers and adults.
• They become aware of classroom expectations and begin to actively contribute to creating a respectful learning environment.

In this puzzle, children explore the concepts of diversity, empathy, and inclusivity. They learn to celebrate both their similarities and differences, building respect for a wide range of people, cultures, and perspectives. This puzzle also addresses bullying and the importance of standing up for what is right.

Key Topics

• Diversity and inclusion – Activities explore how everyone is unique and how differences can be celebrated, including differences in race, culture, family structure, and beliefs.
• Friendship and empathy – Children are encouraged to reflect on their relationships with others, learning to empathise and appreciate those who are different from themselves.
• Anti-bullying -They learn how to identify bullying behaviours and how to address them, including strategies for being a positive bystander.
• Equality – The importance of fairness, equal treatment, and respect for everyone is emphasised.

Key Skills and Outcomes

• Children develop empathy and tolerance for people from different backgrounds and with diverse perspectives.
• They practice conflict resolution and positive problem-solving to deal with misunderstandings and bullying.
• They learn how to promote equality in the classroom by respecting individual differences.
• Self-confidence is built as children learn that their unique qualities are valuable and contribute to the richness of the class.

This puzzle fosters goal-setting, perseverance, and the development of a growth mindset. It helps children reflect on their future aspirations, set achievable goals, and understand the steps needed to reach them. It also teaches children how to deal with disappointment and challenges they face along the way.

Key Topics

• Personal aspirations – Children think about their hopes and dreams for the future, whether in school or personal life, and begin to set realistic goals to achieve them.
• Resilience and perseverance – The focus is on how to overcome challenges, failures, and setbacks, viewing them as opportunities for growth.
• Teamwork and collaboration – This puzzle highlights the importance of working together and supporting each other in achieving personal and group goals.
• Self-motivation – Children are encouraged to develop intrinsic motivation and understand how setting and achieving goals can lead to personal satisfaction.

Key Skills and Outcomes

• Children develop self-regulation skills and become aware of how their effort can directly impact success.
• They gain an understanding of self-motivation, focusing on effort over outcome.
• Resilience and problem-solving are key skills they practice as they set and work toward their goals.
• Children learn how to support peers in achieving their goals, practicing collaboration and shared success.

The Healthy Me puzzle focuses on children’s mental health, physical wellbeing, and developing healthy habits that will serve them throughout their lives. It teaches children how to make good choices, manage their emotions, and build resilience in the face of life’s challenges.

Key Topics

• Physical health – Children learn the importance of exercise, nutrition, and good hygiene practices, helping them make choices that support their physical health.
• Mental health – This puzzle provides tools for managing stress, anxiety, and emotions, with an emphasis on mindfulness and emotional regulation.
• Body awareness – Children become familiar with their bodies, including healthy practices like proper hygiene and self-care.
• Substance awareness – Topics like smoking, alcohol, and healthy eating are explored, helping children understand the importance of making healthy choices.

Key Skills and Outcomes

• Self-awareness is developed as children understand their bodies and emotions.
• They gain skills in self-regulation and learn how to manage their feelings in difficult situations.
• Healthy decision-making becomes an integral part of their daily life as they apply their learning in choosing healthy foods, habits, and activities.
• Mindfulness practices are embedded to help children deal with stress and improve their emotional health.

This puzzle focuses on healthy relationships, communication skills, and personal boundaries. It teaches children how to form respectful relationships with peers and adults and how to recognize and maintain boundaries in various contexts, including friendships, family, and online.

Key Topics

• Friendship and communication – Children learn how to communicate effectively, manage disagreements, and build trust in their relationships.
• Respecting boundaries – The focus is on the importance of boundaries in relationships and how to communicate consent and respect.
• Dealing with conflict – Children explore strategies for managing and resolving conflicts with peers, including using restorative approaches to maintain friendships.
• Online safety – Understanding how to manage relationships online, and recognizing healthy vs unhealthy behaviours in digital communication is explored.

Key Skills and Outcomes

• Children learn to develop positive relationships through open communication, trust, and shared respect.
• They gain conflict resolution skills and understand how to work through disagreements in healthy ways.
• Boundary-setting and understanding consent in both physical and digital spaces are critical skills for fostering safe, respectful relationships.
• Empathy and active listening are central to the development of relationships with others.

The Changing Me puzzle is designed to help children understand the changes they experience as they grow. It tackles topics like puberty, emotional growth, self-esteem, and transitioning into adolescence. It also prepares them for the physical, emotional, and social changes they will face in the coming years.

Key Topics

• Puberty and body changes – Children learn about puberty, understanding the physical and emotional changes that come with it, as well as how to care for their bodies during this time.
• Self-esteem and body image – The focus is on building self-confidence and addressing the pressures children may feel about their appearance and body image.
• Transitioning to secondary school – This puzzle also prepares children for the changes associated with moving to secondary school, including academic and social adjustments.

Key Skills and Outcomes

• Children develop self-esteem and body confidence, learning to appreciate their unique qualities.
• They understand the importance of self-care during puberty, including hygiene and emotional wellbeing.
• Healthy body image and respect for others’ experiences and identities are promoted.
• Children gain a better understanding of relationships, boundaries, and personal growth as they prepare for adolescence.