How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Pathways Maze Rug provides a versatile and inviting space for children to engage in play-based learning. Its intricate maze-inspired pattern can stimulate children’s curiosity and encourage them to explore various activities, fostering inquiry and imaginative play in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The soft woven surface of the rug creates a comfortable area for group activities, reading, or open-ended play, promoting a sense of wellbeing among children. By providing a designated space for interaction and relaxation, the rug supports children’s independence as they choose how to engage with their peers and the environment.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a reading nook on the rug where children can choose books and engage in quiet reading or storytelling sessions. Use the rug in a designated group area for circle time, allowing children to gather comfortably for discussions and shared activities.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own maze using natural materials or classroom resources, using the rug as a base for their designs. Organise a treasure hunt on the rug, where children can follow clues and explore the maze pattern to find hidden objects.

Provocation Ideas
Set up a sensory experience on the rug with various textures and materials, inviting children to explore and describe their feelings about each item. Use the rug as a canvas for collaborative art projects, where children can create patterns or designs inspired by the maze theme.