How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Dantoy Classic Junior Stilts encourage children to engage in active play, fostering their natural curiosity and desire to explore movement. As children experiment with stepping, walking, and balancing on the stilts, they are provided with opportunities to inquire about their own physical capabilities and challenge themselves in a safe environment.
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
Using the stilts promotes physical confidence and body awareness, essential components of children’s overall wellbeing. As children navigate their balance and coordination, they develop a sense of independence, learning to manage their movements and take risks in a supportive setting.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a designated area for gross motor activities where children can practice using the stilts, encouraging them to take turns and support one another.
Incorporate the stilts into an obstacle course, allowing children to navigate various challenges that promote balance and coordination.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a group activity where children can create a ‘stilt walking race’, fostering friendly competition and teamwork.
Encourage children to use the stilts in imaginative play scenarios, such as pretending to be circus performers or explorers, enhancing their creativity and storytelling skills.
Facilitate a balance challenge where children can experiment with different ways to move on the stilts, promoting problem-solving and critical thinking.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce a discussion about balance and movement, prompting children to share their experiences and observations while using the stilts.
Provide visual aids or books about balance and coordination to inspire children’s play and deepen their understanding of the concepts involved.
