How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting creativity and self-expression
Easi-Soft Pastel Dough provides children with a tactile medium that encourages exploration and experimentation in their artistic expression. By manipulating the dough, children can create various shapes and forms, allowing them to express their ideas and emotions through their artwork.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
As children engage in play with the pastel dough, they naturally develop their language skills by discussing their creations and collaborating with peers. This shared experience fosters social interactions, enabling children to negotiate, share ideas, and build relationships while enhancing their imaginative play.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a dedicated art station with Easi-Soft Pastel Dough, encouraging children to create and display their artwork, fostering a sense of pride and ownership in their learning environment.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create characters or scenes from their favourite stories using the dough, promoting storytelling and imaginative play. Organise a collaborative project where children work together to build a large sculpture, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce the dough alongside natural materials such as leaves or twigs, prompting children to incorporate these elements into their creations and explore connections with the natural world. Provide prompts or themes for children to explore, such as “Under the Sea” or “Outer Space,” inspiring them to create related sculptures or scenes.