How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Forest and Grey Felt Dragons encourage children to engage in imaginative play, allowing them to explore various scenarios and narratives. As children create stories around the dragons, they develop their inquiry skills and learn to express their thoughts and ideas through play.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
These felt dragons serve as a tool for enhancing language development as children describe their adventures and interactions with the dragons. Through collaborative play, children can negotiate roles, share ideas, and build social connections, fostering communication skills and imaginative thinking.

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
Create a dedicated play area where children can explore the dragons alongside other natural materials, encouraging them to build their own environments for imaginative play.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create a storybook featuring the dragons, allowing them to illustrate and narrate their adventures, which supports language and creativity.
Set up a role-play scenario where children can act out different adventures with the dragons, promoting social interaction and collaborative storytelling.
Incorporate the dragons into a sensory play experience with natural materials, allowing children to explore textures and engage in imaginative play.

Provocation Ideas
Present the dragons as part of a themed exploration of mythical creatures, prompting discussions and creative responses from children about their own imagined creatures.
Use the dragons to inspire a movement activity where children can mimic the actions of the dragons, such as flying or climbing, integrating physical play with imaginative exploration.