How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Sensory Mood Cube provides a calming and inviting atmosphere that can enhance children’s sense of wellbeing. By offering a space where children can relax or engage in quiet reflection, it supports their emotional development and encourages independence in choosing how to interact with their environment.

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This product invites children to explore light and colour through play, fostering curiosity and inquiry. As children engage with the Mood Cube, they can experiment with different colour settings, promoting imaginative play and collaborative experiences as they share their discoveries with peers.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a sensory corner with the Mood Cube as a focal point, allowing children to choose their preferred colours for relaxation or group discussions.
Incorporate the Mood Cube into a reading nook, using its ambient light to create a cosy atmosphere for storytelling sessions.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the Mood Cube in role-play scenarios, where they can create their own ‘light shows’ or performances based on different colours and moods.
Organise a collaborative art project where children can use the colours from the Mood Cube as inspiration for their artwork, discussing how different colours make them feel.

Provocation Ideas
Set up a science inquiry activity where children can observe how light and colour change with the Mood Cube, prompting discussions about colour mixing and emotions.
Introduce a mindfulness session where children can sit by the Mood Cube, reflecting on their feelings and sharing their thoughts with peers in a supportive environment.