How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting creativity and self-expression
The Treesaver Wood-Free Coloured Pencils provide children with a versatile medium for artistic expression, allowing them to explore their creativity through drawing and colouring. As children engage with these pencils, they can experiment with colours and techniques, fostering their individual artistic styles and encouraging self-expression in a supportive environment.
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
These coloured pencils can be integrated into various play-based learning experiences, promoting inquiry as children create visual representations of their thoughts and ideas. Through collaborative drawing activities, children can engage in discussions, share their perspectives, and develop critical thinking skills while exploring different themes and concepts.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a dedicated art station where children can freely access the Treesaver pencils to create individual or group artworks, encouraging exploration of different themes.
Incorporate the pencils into a storytelling area, allowing children to illustrate their stories and enhance their narrative skills through visual representation.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a collaborative mural project where children can use the coloured pencils to contribute to a large artwork, fostering teamwork and creativity.
Encourage children to create a colour scavenger hunt, where they find objects around the classroom that match the colours of their pencils, integrating colour recognition and exploration.
Provocation Ideas
Present a selection of nature-themed images and invite children to recreate their favourite scenes using the coloured pencils, stimulating discussion about the natural world.
Provide prompts or themes for drawing, such as “my favourite place” or “an imaginary creature,” to inspire children’s creativity and encourage them to express their ideas visually.
