How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Dot Dice Jar offers children a versatile resource for engaging in play-based learning experiences. Through the manipulation of the assorted coloured dice, children can explore mathematical concepts such as counting, sorting, and patterning, fostering their natural curiosity and inquiry skills in a hands-on manner.
Developing early STEM and problem-solving skills
This product encourages children to develop early STEM skills as they engage in activities that involve counting and basic operations. By using the dice in various games and challenges, children can practice problem-solving and critical thinking, enhancing their understanding of numbers and their relationships.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners.
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators.
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a mathematics corner where children can freely access the Dot Dice Jar to explore counting and number recognition through independent play.
Incorporate the dice into a colour sorting activity, allowing children to group the dice by colour and discuss their findings with peers.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Create a simple board game using the dice, where children take turns rolling and moving their pieces based on the number rolled, promoting turn-taking and social interaction.
Encourage children to create their own patterns using the dice, fostering creativity while reinforcing their understanding of sequences and colours.
Use the dice for a counting challenge, where children roll the dice and then count out corresponding objects from the classroom, integrating hands-on learning with real-world applications.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce a storytelling session where children can use the dice as props to represent characters or events in their narratives, enhancing their language and imaginative skills.
Set up a collaborative problem-solving challenge where children must work together to create a game using the dice, promoting teamwork and communication.
