How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Round Sensory Board encourages children to engage in open-ended exploration through tactile play. By interacting with the various loose parts and magnifiers, children can investigate textures, shapes, and colours, fostering their natural curiosity and inquiry skills.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
As children play with the sensory board, they have opportunities to communicate their discoveries and share their experiences with peers. This collaborative play supports the development of language skills and enhances social interactions as they describe what they see and feel.

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 the Round Sensory Board in a dedicated sensory play area where children can freely explore the materials and engage in self-directed learning. Incorporate the board into a thematic unit on nature, using natural loose parts to enhance the sensory experience.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the magnifiers to examine the textures and patterns of the loose parts, promoting observation skills and scientific inquiry. Create a storytelling session where children use the sensory board to inspire narratives based on the items they discover.

Provocation Ideas
Present the sensory board with a specific theme, such as “Under the Sea,” and invite children to explore related loose parts that represent ocean life. Use the board to facilitate a group discussion about colours and shapes, prompting children to describe their findings and share their thoughts.