How this product aligns with the EYLF
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Nature Soft Ellipse Pebble Cushions provide a comfortable and inviting space for children to relax and engage in quiet activities. By offering a soft surface for lounging and reading, these cushions support children’s emotional wellbeing and foster a sense of security, allowing them to develop independence in choosing their own spaces for relaxation and play.
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
These cushions encourage children to explore their environment through play, whether by creating cosy corners for storytelling or using them as part of imaginative play scenarios. The varied sizes and shapes invite children to experiment with spatial awareness and movement, promoting active engagement and inquiry as they navigate their surroundings.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a reading nook by arranging the cushions in a circle, providing a designated space for quiet time and storytelling.
Incorporate the cushions into a sensory area, allowing children to explore textures and shapes while sitting comfortably.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the cushions to build a fort or a play area, promoting teamwork and creativity.
Set up a dramatic play scenario where children can use the cushions as props for a picnic or a camping adventure, enhancing imaginative play.
Facilitate a movement activity where children can climb and navigate between the cushions, supporting their physical development and confidence.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce a story that involves nature and invite children to use the cushions to create scenes from the narrative, fostering language and storytelling skills.
Present a challenge where children must arrange the cushions in different formations, encouraging problem-solving and collaborative play.
