How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Forestplay Wooden Teepee serves as a versatile structure that encourages children to engage in imaginative play. By providing a dedicated space for exploration and storytelling, it fosters inquiry-based learning where children can create their own narratives and scenarios, enhancing their engagement with the environment.
Promoting connection with the natural world
Constructed from natural materials, the teepee invites children to immerse themselves in outdoor play. This connection with nature not only supports their physical development but also encourages an appreciation for the environment, aligning with the EYLF’s emphasis on fostering a sense of belonging and respect for the natural world.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up the teepee in a quiet corner of the classroom as a reading nook, encouraging children to explore books and stories in a comfortable space.
Use the teepee as a base for art activities where children can paint or decorate the panels, integrating creative expression with outdoor play.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to role-play various scenarios inside the teepee, such as camping or storytelling, which enhances their social skills and imagination.
Organise a nature scavenger hunt around the teepee, prompting children to collect natural items and discuss their findings, fostering inquiry and connection with the environment.
Create a ‘weather station’ near the teepee where children can observe and discuss changes in weather, integrating early STEM concepts into their play.
Provocation Ideas
Invite children to bring in natural materials to decorate the teepee, stimulating conversations about textures and colours found in nature.
Set up a themed week around different cultures, using the teepee as a focal point for discussions and activities related to traditional stories and practices.
