How this product aligns with the EYLF
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Giant Premium Outdoor Cushion provides a comfortable and inviting space for children to relax and engage in play. By offering a soft surface for sitting or lounging, it supports children’s physical comfort and encourages them to take ownership of their play environment, fostering independence in choosing where and how they engage in activities.
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This product serves as a versatile tool in outdoor settings, allowing children to create various play scenarios, such as building forts or designated seating areas for group activities. The cushions can stimulate imaginative play and inquiry as children explore different ways to use them, enhancing their engagement in play-based learning experiences.
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 comfortable reading nook outdoors using the cushions to encourage quiet time and storytelling.
Set up a collaborative art space where children can use the cushions as seating while they create group art projects.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the cushions for role-playing scenarios, such as a café or a picnic, enhancing their imaginative play.
Facilitate a game of ‘cushion hop’ where children can jump from one cushion to another, promoting physical activity and coordination.
Provocation Ideas
Invite children to design their own outdoor seating arrangement with the cushions, fostering decision-making and spatial awareness.
Use the cushions to create a sensory exploration area, where children can experiment with different textures and colours while seated comfortably.
