How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Oslo Circular 1200dia Table provides a versatile space for children to engage in play-based learning and inquiry. Its design encourages collaborative activities, allowing children to explore concepts together, share ideas, and develop social skills through cooperative play. The table’s size accommodates small groups, fostering interaction and communication among peers.
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The table’s solid construction and variety of height options support children’s comfort and independence in the learning environment. By providing a dedicated space for various activities, children can choose how to engage with their peers, promoting a sense of agency and wellbeing as they participate in their learning experiences.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up the Oslo table in the art area for children to create collaborative artworks, encouraging teamwork and creative expression.
Use the table in the reading nook, allowing children to gather comfortably for group storytelling sessions, enhancing language development and engagement.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a small group science experiment at the table, where children can work together to observe and discuss their findings.
Facilitate role-play scenarios, such as a café or shop, using the table as a central point for children to interact and negotiate roles, enhancing social skills.
Encourage children to build structures using blocks or other materials at the table, promoting problem-solving and STEM skills through hands-on exploration.
Provocation Ideas
Place a variety of materials on the table for open-ended play, inviting children to create their own games or stories, fostering creativity and imagination.
Introduce a theme, such as ‘under the sea,’ with related resources on the table, prompting children to engage in imaginative play and storytelling together.
