What I Want to Be Day / Dream Job Research Poster
Dream Job Research Poster
Children research a job they're interested in and create a poster showing what the work involves, the skills needed and the tools used.
How to run it
- Brainstorm jobs children are curious about.
- Children research their chosen job with books or a supervised device.
- Make a poster with headings such as what they do, skills and tools.
- Share posters in a careers gallery walk.
You will need
- paper or poster card
- markers
- reference books
- device (optional)
Make it easier or harderYounger children can draw themselves in the job; older children can interview an adult who does it.
SafetySupervise any internet use.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1, Outcome 4Exploring future possibilities supports identity and research skills.
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