How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Matching Tiles – Textures set invites children to engage in play-based learning by encouraging exploration and inquiry into the world of touch. As children match and sequence the tiles, they naturally investigate different textures, fostering curiosity and prompting discussions about their observations and experiences.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
Through the process of describing and comparing the various textures depicted on the tiles, children enhance their vocabulary and language skills. This activity also promotes social interaction as children collaborate, share ideas, and communicate their thoughts, thereby strengthening their social skills in a playful context.

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 texture exploration corner where children can freely access the Matching Tiles – Textures and other sensory materials to encourage independent exploration and discussion.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a matching game where children work in pairs to find and describe matching textures, promoting teamwork and communication.
Facilitate a storytelling session where children use the tiles to inspire narratives based on the textures they observe, enhancing their imaginative play.

Provocation Ideas
Set up a sensory table with various materials that mimic the textures on the tiles, inviting children to compare and contrast them during play.
Introduce a ‘texture hunt’ activity where children search the environment for real-life examples of the textures depicted on the tiles, linking their play to the natural world.