How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting creativity and self-expression
The Glitter Paint Silver offers children a medium through which they can explore their artistic abilities and express their individuality. By incorporating this paint into their creative projects, children can experiment with colour, texture, and design, fostering a sense of ownership and pride in their artwork.
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This versatile glitter paint encourages children to engage in open-ended play, where they can investigate the properties of paint and its application in various contexts. As they use the paint in collaborative projects, children can ask questions, share ideas, and explore different techniques, enhancing their learning experience through inquiry and discovery.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
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 art station where children can freely access the Glitter Paint Silver, encouraging spontaneous creative expression during free play.
Incorporate the glitter paint into a themed art project, such as creating a mural that reflects the current learning focus or seasonal changes.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a group activity where children collaboratively create a large artwork using the glitter paint, promoting teamwork and communication skills.
Encourage children to mix the glitter paint with other materials, such as sand or fabric, to explore different textures and effects in their artwork.
Provocation Ideas
Present children with a variety of natural and recycled materials alongside the glitter paint, inviting them to create mixed-media art pieces that reflect their observations of the world around them.
Use the glitter paint to create a sensory experience by inviting children to paint on different surfaces, such as cardboard or fabric, and discuss how the paint behaves on each material.
