How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Willow Outdoor Table and Bench Set provides a versatile space for children to engage in play-based learning and inquiry. By offering a dedicated area for group activities, mealtimes, and collaborative projects, it encourages children to explore their interests and ideas in a supportive environment.
Building language, imagination, and social skills
This table and bench set facilitates social interactions among children, allowing them to communicate, negotiate, and collaborate during play. As they engage in shared activities, children can develop their language skills and use their imagination to create narratives, enhancing their overall social development.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up the table for group discussions or storytelling sessions, allowing children to gather and share their thoughts in a comfortable setting.
Create an outdoor art station where children can paint or draw while seated at the table, encouraging creativity and collaboration.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a picnic where children can prepare and share food, promoting social skills and healthy eating habits.
Use the table for science experiments, such as planting seeds in pots, allowing children to observe growth and engage in discussions about nature.
Provocation Ideas
Invite children to create their own restaurant or café at the table, where they can role-play as chefs and customers, fostering imaginative play.
Provide a selection of books and materials related to nature for children to explore while seated at the table, encouraging inquiry and discussion about the environment.
