How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Sensory Calming Stones provide a hands-on resource for children to explore and express their emotions through play. By engaging with these tactile stones, children can initiate conversations about feelings, fostering their ability to inquire about and understand emotional experiences in themselves and others.

Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
This product supports children’s emotional wellbeing by allowing them to identify and articulate their feelings in a safe and supportive environment. The use of the stones can help children develop coping strategies for managing emotions, promoting a sense of comfort and independence in expressing their needs.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a dedicated emotions corner where children can use the Sensory Calming Stones to reflect on their feelings during group discussions or individual quiet time. Incorporate the stones into storytelling sessions, allowing children to select a stone that represents a character’s emotions.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to match the stones to images or scenarios that depict similar emotions, enhancing their understanding of emotional expression. Facilitate role-play activities where children use the stones to act out different feelings, promoting empathy and social skills.

Provocation Ideas
Set up a sensory exploration table with the stones alongside other tactile materials, inviting children to discuss how different textures relate to their feelings. Use the stones in a group activity where children can share a time they felt each emotion, fostering communication and connection among peers.