How this product aligns with the EYLF

Developing early STEM and problem-solving skills
The Wooden Teaching Clock provides children with a tangible resource to explore the concept of time, fostering their understanding of numeracy and sequencing. By manipulating the hour and minute hands, children engage in problem-solving as they learn to read and interpret time, enhancing their early mathematical skills.

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This product encourages hands-on exploration, allowing children to investigate the mechanics of time in a playful manner. Through interactive play, children can ask questions, make predictions, and develop their inquiry skills, all while enjoying the process of learning.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners.
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators.

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a dedicated maths corner featuring the Wooden Teaching Clock alongside other time-related resources to encourage exploration of time concepts. Use the clock during group discussions to introduce and reinforce the language of time, such as “o’clock” and “half past.”

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own daily schedules using the clock, promoting their understanding of time management. Organise a game where children take turns setting the clock to specific times called out by their peers, enhancing their recognition of numbers and time.

Provocation Ideas
Present the Wooden Teaching Clock as part of a storytelling session where children can relate time to daily routines or events in their lives. Invite children to explore the clock in small groups, prompting them to discuss their experiences with time and how it relates to their activities throughout the day.