How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Sensory Mood Light Table provides a unique opportunity for children to engage in open-ended play and exploration. Its varying colours can stimulate curiosity and invite children to investigate how light and colour can change their environment, fostering inquiry-based learning experiences.
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The softly lit table creates a calming atmosphere that can support children’s emotional regulation and comfort within the learning environment. By providing a space for relaxation and self-directed play, children can develop a sense of independence as they choose how to interact with the table and its features.
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
Create a sensory corner in the classroom where the Sensory Mood Light Table can be used as a calming space for children to retreat to during busy times. Use the table in art areas to explore colour mixing and light effects with translucent materials.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the remote control to select different colours and discuss how each colour makes them feel, promoting language development and emotional expression. Set up a storytelling session where children can use the table’s light to create a mood for their stories, enhancing their imaginative play.
Provocation Ideas
Invite children to experiment with shadows and light by placing various objects on the table and observing how the colours change their appearance. Use the table to facilitate discussions about colour in nature, encouraging children to connect their experiences with the natural world.
