How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Activity Shapes encourage children to engage in play-based learning through lacing and threading, which promotes fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. As children manipulate the brightly coloured shapes, they explore patterns and sequences, fostering curiosity and inquiry as they experiment with different configurations.

Developing early STEM and problem-solving skills
This product supports early STEM learning by introducing concepts of spatial awareness and sequential ordering. Children can follow the guide cards to create specific patterns, which encourages logical thinking and problem-solving as they figure out how to lace the shapes together in the correct order.

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 dedicated lacing station where children can freely explore the Activity Shapes, encouraging independent play and exploration of patterns. Incorporate the shapes into a sensory bin filled with materials that complement the colours and textures of the shapes for tactile exploration.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a group activity where children work together to create a large pattern using the Activity Shapes, promoting collaboration and communication skills. Challenge children to create their own patterns without the guide cards, encouraging creativity and critical thinking.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce a storytelling session where children can use the shapes to represent characters or elements from a story, integrating language development with hands-on play. Present a mystery shape challenge where children must identify and lace shapes based on verbal clues, enhancing listening and comprehension skills.