How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The NaturalDesign Low Half Round Shelf Unit serves as a versatile resource within learning environments, facilitating play-based learning by providing accessible spaces for children to explore and engage with various materials. Its open-front design encourages children to make choices about their play, fostering a sense of agency as they interact with the resources available.

Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The low height of the shelf unit allows children to independently access materials, promoting self-sufficiency and confidence in their learning. By creating a comfortable and inviting space, the unit supports children’s emotional wellbeing, allowing them to feel secure and engaged in their play experiences.

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 dedicated art corner using the shelf unit to display various art supplies, encouraging children to engage in creative expression and exploration.
Set up a reading nook by placing books on the shelf unit, inviting children to choose and share stories with peers.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Use the shelf unit to organise loose parts for open-ended play, allowing children to build, create, and explore their ideas collaboratively.
Encourage children to role-play by setting up a mini market or café using items displayed on the shelf, fostering social interaction and imaginative play.

Provocation Ideas
Place natural materials such as leaves, stones, and pinecones on the shelf unit to inspire children’s curiosity and inquiry about the natural world.
Introduce themed resources, such as puppets or costumes, on the shelf to provoke storytelling and dramatic play, enhancing language development and creativity.

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Opening a new childcare centre and looking for a range of educational furniture that is designed to withstand the use of every day child’s play?
NaturalDesign is your answer! Each storage unit is custom made from 18mm LP laminate and available in over 50 different colour arrangements!

These multi purpose units are easily accessible and can store, organise and present classroom resources ready for use. Not only can these units be used as an independent storage shelf , they can be combined with other units from the NaturalDesign range to mark out different areas, acting as a room divider to create separate learning spaces. Students have the opportunity to collaborate, discuss, demonstrate, experiment, and reflect with others, using guided and/or independent learning- all while keeping the learning space neat and tidy. Cognitive thinking skills can be put to use as the child selects items required for each activity.

Creating autonomy and ease of access for children is so important to developing their sense of security and identity (LO1). Being low and at child height for access, this Australian-made Versatek storage unit allows for educators to provide experiences that children can make choice of without the need to rely on educators. This means that each child’s agency is promoted, enabling them to make choices and decisions that influence events and their world (QA1.2.3)