How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting creativity and self-expression
The Modelling Resources Bulk Pack provides a variety of tools and materials that encourage children to explore their creativity and express themselves through tactile experiences. By manipulating different types of dough and using various modelling tools, children can create unique forms and designs, fostering their artistic skills and personal expression.
Building language, imagination, and social skills
As children engage in modelling activities, they naturally develop language skills by describing their creations and sharing ideas with peers. Collaborative play with the modelling resources promotes social interaction, allowing children to negotiate roles, share materials, and discuss their imaginative scenarios, thus enhancing their communication and social skills.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a dedicated art station with the modelling resources, allowing children to freely explore and create with different materials.
Incorporate the dough and tools into a sensory play area, encouraging children to engage in hands-on exploration and experimentation.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a group activity where children work together to create a large collaborative sculpture using the modelling materials, fostering teamwork and communication.
Encourage children to create characters or scenes from their favourite stories using the dough and cutters, linking their imaginative play to literacy experiences.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce a theme, such as “Under the Sea,” and provide the modelling resources for children to create sea creatures and underwater scenes, stimulating imaginative play.
Present a challenge where children must design and build a structure using the modelling materials, prompting problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
