How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
“Ready to Ride” encourages children to engage in discussions about safety and responsibility while exploring the concept of bike riding. Through storytelling, children can inquire about the importance of checking equipment and making safe choices, fostering a sense of agency and curiosity in their learning.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
The narrative of a father and daughter going on a bike ride provides a rich context for language development. Children can retell the story, engage in role-play, and discuss their own experiences with biking, which enhances their vocabulary and social interactions with peers.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a reading corner with “Ready to Ride” alongside other books about transportation to encourage children to explore different modes of travel.
Create a safety checklist for bike riding that children can use while discussing the story, promoting literacy and understanding of safety practices.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own bike safety posters inspired by the book, integrating art and literacy skills.
Organise a role-play area where children can pretend to check their bikes and wear helmets, enhancing their understanding of safety in a fun context.
Facilitate a group discussion where children share their experiences with biking, fostering communication and social skills.

Provocation Ideas
Invite children to explore different types of bikes and their parts through hands-on activities, linking to early STEM concepts.
Provide materials for children to design their own bike models, encouraging creativity and problem-solving as they consider how to make their bikes safe and functional.