How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
Hairy Stones provide a tactile and visually engaging resource that encourages children to explore their environment through play. As children manipulate these stones, they can create miniature worlds, fostering inquiry-based learning as they ask questions and investigate different scenarios related to nature and imaginative play.
Promoting connection with the natural world
The textured surfaces of Hairy Stones can stimulate discussions about natural elements and environments, enhancing children’s understanding of the world around them. By incorporating these stones into play, children can develop a deeper appreciation for nature and engage in storytelling that reflects their observations and experiences.
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 nature exploration corner where Hairy Stones can be used alongside natural materials to create sensory experiences and encourage discussion about different textures and environments.
In an art area, provide Hairy Stones for children to incorporate into their creative projects, allowing them to express their ideas and experiences through mixed media.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use Hairy Stones in outdoor play scenarios, such as creating a habitat for small animals or designing a landscape for storytelling.
Organise a collaborative project where children work together to build a miniature world using Hairy Stones, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
Facilitate a sensory exploration activity where children describe the textures and colours of the Hairy Stones, enhancing their vocabulary and descriptive language.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce Hairy Stones during a nature-themed storytime, prompting children to relate the stones to characters or settings in the story.
Create a challenge where children must use Hairy Stones to represent different elements of a natural environment, encouraging critical thinking and creativity.
