Visit ‘Once upon a time’ whenever you like in the Early Years Zone.
Traditional tales have been told from generation to generation, becoming part of a community’s shared story. Learning about these tales is helpful in allowing younger learners to become familiar with story structure, and to develop an excitement for reading and a love of story time.
In this Zone you can explore the settings to many traditional tales, from climbing Jack’s beanstalk to joining Goldilocks in visiting the house of the Three Bears.
The Ugly Duckling
Follow the ducking along its path to a beatuful swan.
PUBLISHED: 21st Feb 2023
The Hare and the Tortoise
Run alongside the hare and the tortoise and see if slow and steady wins the race.
PUBLISHED: 21st Feb 2023
Brothers Grimm – The Journey
Wonder through the forest and view a vast amount of the Brother Grimm Stories in virtual reality!
PUBLISHED: 21st Feb 2023
T’was the Night Before Christmas
Explore the cosy Christmas house and learn about the classic book and poem of 'twas the Night Before Christmas.
PUBLISHED: 29th Nov 2022
Puss In Boots
Explore key settings of Puss in Boots and learn about how Puss in Boots is no ordinary cat!
PUBLISHED: 8th Sep 2021
Snow White
Explore several key settings of Snow White and learn about the different versions of this classic tale!
PUBLISHED: 17th Aug 2021
Sleeping Beauty
Visit King Stephan’s Castle and learn about this classic fairy-tale and how Aurora is awakened by her true love.
PUBLISHED: 21st Jul 2021
Little Red Riding Hood
Follow Little Red Riding Hood’s journey through the magical forest and learn what happens when she visits her Grandmother’s House!
PUBLISHED: 15th Jun 2021
The Pied Piper
Take a walk through the medieval German streets of Hamelin and learn how the Piper dealt with the infestation of rats!
PUBLISHED: 15th Jun 2021
Jack and the Beanstalk
Climb the Beanstalk with Jack and discover this classic fairy-tale!
PUBLISHED: 15th Jun 2021
The Gingerbread Man
Visit the Gingerbread Man in his magical setting and learn the plot of this traditional tale!
PUBLISHED: 14th Jun 2021
Hansel and Gretel
Explore the Gingerbread House and learn about what happened to Hansel and Gretel.
PUBLISHED: 7th Jun 2021
Rapunzel
Visit the enchanted sorcerer’s house and Rapunzel’s tower, and learn about the story of Rapunzel.
PUBLISHED: 7th Jun 2021
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Wonder through the magical forest and enter the Three Bears House. Learn of Goldilocks and what she has been up to!
PUBLISHED: 4th Jun 2021
