How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The “What How and Why Space Book and Poster” serves as a valuable resource for fostering children’s natural curiosity about the universe. By engaging with the Q&A format of the book, children can explore their questions about space, encouraging inquiry-based learning and critical thinking as they seek answers and share their findings with peers.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
This book provides a rich vocabulary and context for discussions about space, allowing children to expand their language skills. As they read and discuss the content, children can engage in collaborative storytelling, enhancing their imagination and social skills through shared experiences and dialogue.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world.
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators.

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a reading corner where children can explore the book independently or in small groups, promoting literacy and discussion.
Create a space-themed display using the poster to inspire imaginative play and storytelling.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own space-related questions and illustrate them, fostering creativity and inquiry.
Organise a group discussion where children can share their favourite facts from the book, enhancing their communication skills.
Facilitate a role-play activity where children pretend to be astronauts, using information from the book to guide their imaginative play.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce a “space question of the day” based on the book’s content, prompting children to explore and research answers together.
Provide materials for children to create models of planets or rockets, inspired by the facts they learn from the book, integrating STEM concepts into their play.