Pyjama Day / Movie and Popcorn Session
Movie and Popcorn Session
Children vote on a G-rated film and watch it with homemade popcorn. A cosy break on a pyjama day.
How to run it
- Shortlist G-rated films.
- Children vote on one.
- Educator pops popcorn.
- Set up cushions and watch.
You will need
- projector and screen
- G-rated film
- popcorn kernels
- cups
- cushions
Make it easier or harderChoose a shorter film for younger children; older children can write reviews.
SafetyPopcorn is a choking risk for younger children, so supervise or swap for another snack; educators handle the hot popper; check licensing and service screen-time policy.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 5Children share decisions and relax together.
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