How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Birchwood Whiteboard Bookstand serves as a dynamic resource that encourages children to engage in play-based learning. By providing a space for displaying books and a whiteboard for drawing or writing, it invites children to explore narratives, express their thoughts, and collaborate with peers, fostering inquiry and creativity in their learning experiences.
Supporting creativity and self-expression
The dual functionality of the Birchwood Whiteboard Bookstand allows children to express their ideas through both storytelling and artistic creation. The whiteboard surface encourages spontaneous drawing and writing, while the display area for books can inspire imaginative play, enabling children to articulate their thoughts and feelings in diverse ways.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a reading corner using the bookstand to display a rotating selection of books that reflect current themes or interests, encouraging children to engage with literature.
Use the whiteboard side for group brainstorming sessions where children can draw or write their ideas collaboratively, promoting discussion and shared learning.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Set up a storytelling session where children can choose a book from the stand and act out the story, using the whiteboard to illustrate key scenes or characters.
Encourage children to create their own stories by drawing on the whiteboard, then sharing their narratives with peers, fostering language development and creativity.
Organise a drawing competition where children can use the whiteboard to showcase their artwork, allowing for peer feedback and discussion about their creative processes.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce a themed prompt on the whiteboard, such as “What do you see in the sky?” and provide related books for children to explore and inspire their drawings.
Place various art supplies nearby and invite children to use the whiteboard for collaborative mural-making, encouraging teamwork and creative expression.
