How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Oslo Standard Rectangle 900 Unit serves as a versatile shelving solution that encourages children to engage in play-based learning. By providing easy access to resources and toys, children can independently explore materials, fostering curiosity and inquiry as they navigate their learning environment.
Supporting participation in learning environments
This shelving unit can be used as a room divider, creating distinct learning spaces that promote social interaction and collaborative play among children. Its design encourages children to participate actively in their learning by facilitating group activities and discussions, thereby enhancing their sense of belonging within the educational setting.
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 placing the Oslo unit near soft seating, allowing children to access books independently and engage in quiet reading or storytelling.
Use the shelving unit to display art supplies, encouraging children to select materials for creative projects and fostering decision-making skills.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Set up a dramatic play area where children can access costumes and props from the shelving unit, promoting imaginative role-play and social interaction.
Organise a science exploration corner with natural materials displayed on the unit, inviting children to investigate and ask questions about their environment.
Encourage children to create a mini-market using items from the shelving unit, supporting their understanding of numeracy concepts through play-based transactions.
Provocation Ideas
Place a selection of open-ended materials on the shelves to inspire children’s creativity and problem-solving as they build and construct.
Use the unit to showcase children’s artwork, prompting discussions about their creative processes and encouraging peer feedback.
