How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting creativity and self-expression
The Wooden Christmas Shapes provide children with an opportunity to explore their creativity through decoration and design. As children engage in decorating these precut wooden shapes, they can express their individual ideas and preferences, fostering a sense of ownership over their creations.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
Using the wooden shapes in group settings encourages children to communicate their thoughts and ideas while collaborating with peers. This shared experience promotes language development as they discuss their designs and negotiate roles in the creative process, enhancing their social skills.

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 access the Wooden Christmas Shapes for decoration, encouraging independent exploration of art materials.
Incorporate the shapes into a festive display area, allowing children to showcase their decorated pieces and fostering a sense of community.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a group activity where children collaborate to create a large festive mural using the decorated shapes, promoting teamwork and collective creativity.
Encourage children to tell stories about their decorated shapes, integrating language development with imaginative play as they share their narratives.

Provocation Ideas
Present the wooden shapes alongside various art supplies and challenge children to create a themed decoration, stimulating their creativity and problem-solving skills.
Invite children to explore different ways to hang or display their creations, prompting discussions about balance and design in their artistic expressions.