How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Dantoy Bio Sand Explorer Set encourages children to engage in open-ended play, allowing them to explore various concepts through hands-on experiences. As children manipulate the different tools, they can experiment with pouring, building, and creating, fostering their curiosity and inquiry skills in a natural setting.

Promoting connection with the natural world
Made from bioplastic derived from sugarcane, this product supports children’s understanding of sustainability and the environment. By using eco-friendly materials, children can develop a sense of responsibility towards the natural world while engaging in outdoor play that connects them to their surroundings.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world.
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 sand play area where children can freely explore the Dantoy Bio Sand Explorer Set, encouraging sensory play and cooperative interactions.
Incorporate the set into a nature-themed learning corner, allowing children to discuss and reflect on the materials used and their environmental impact.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a sandcastle-building competition where children can use the buckets, shovels, and moulds to create their designs, fostering teamwork and creativity.
Encourage children to use the watering cans and sieves to explore concepts of volume and flow, enhancing their understanding of basic scientific principles through play.
Facilitate storytelling sessions where children can create narratives around their sand play experiences, using the tools to act out their stories.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce a theme of ‘ocean exploration’ and invite children to use the sand tools to create underwater scenes, prompting discussions about marine life and habitats.
Provide natural materials such as shells and stones alongside the set, encouraging children to integrate these elements into their sand play and explore their textures and shapes.