How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Circle Rattan Chair provides a comfortable and inviting space for children to engage in play-based learning. By incorporating this chair into various learning areas, educators can create cosy reading nooks or imaginative home corner settings that encourage children to explore narratives, role-play, and collaborative activities, fostering their natural curiosity and inquiry.
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
This chair is designed to offer children a sense of comfort and security, which is essential for their emotional wellbeing. By providing a dedicated space for relaxation and social interaction, the Circle Rattan Chair supports children in developing independence as they choose when and how to engage with their peers in a safe and nurturing environment.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a reading corner with the Circle Rattan Chair paired with a selection of books to promote literacy and storytelling.
Incorporate the chair into a home corner setup, allowing children to role-play domestic scenarios and enhance their social skills.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the chair for puppet shows or storytelling sessions, fostering creativity and language development.
Set up a ‘quiet time’ area with the chair where children can engage in mindfulness activities, such as looking at picture books or drawing.
Use the chair as a base for a collaborative art project, where children can sit comfortably while creating their artwork.
Provocation Ideas
Invite children to decorate the chair with cushions or fabric, allowing them to express their creativity and personal style.
Pose open-ended questions about how the chair could be used in different scenarios, prompting discussions about imaginative play and problem-solving.
