How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Double Six Dominoes encourage children to engage in hands-on play, allowing them to explore mathematical concepts through sorting, matching, and creating patterns. This open-ended resource supports inquiry-based learning as children investigate number relationships and develop their understanding of early maths in a playful context.

Developing early STEM and problem-solving skills
Through the use of these dominoes, children can enhance their problem-solving skills by engaging in games that require strategic thinking and collaboration. The vibrant colours and varied arrangements promote exploration of mathematical concepts such as subitising and number sense, fostering a foundational understanding of STEM principles.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
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 maths corner where children can freely access the dominoes to explore number patterns and engage in collaborative games with peers.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own domino games, fostering creativity and teamwork as they develop rules and strategies for play.
Organise a sorting activity where children group the dominoes by colour or number, enhancing their understanding of categorisation and comparison.

Provocation Ideas
Present a challenge where children must create the longest continuous line of dominoes, promoting critical thinking and spatial awareness.
Invite children to use the dominoes to tell a story, encouraging language development and imaginative play as they create narratives based on their arrangements.