How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Treewood Shelving Unit serves as a versatile resource shelf that encourages children to engage in play-based learning. By providing a dedicated space for displaying materials and resources, it fosters inquiry and exploration, allowing children to access and interact with a variety of learning tools that spark their curiosity.

Promoting connection with the natural world
Constructed from recycled Acacia wood, the Treewood Shelving Unit connects children with natural materials, enhancing their appreciation for the environment. This connection supports discussions about sustainability and the natural world, encouraging children to consider their impact on the environment while engaging in their 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 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up the Treewood Shelving Unit in a reading corner to display books and storytelling materials, encouraging children to choose and share stories with peers.

Create a resource area for art supplies on the shelving unit, allowing children to independently select materials for creative projects, fostering their decision-making skills.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a nature exploration activity where children collect natural items to display on the shelving unit, promoting discussions about biodiversity and the environment.

Use the shelving unit to create a science inquiry station, where children can display their findings from nature walks or experiments, encouraging peer sharing and collaborative learning.

Provocation Ideas
Invite children to curate a mini-exhibition on the shelving unit featuring their artwork or projects, prompting them to explain their work to their peers and build confidence in public speaking.

Set up a themed display on the shelving unit that changes regularly, such as seasons or habitats, to stimulate children’s interest and encourage them to contribute their own ideas and materials.