How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Matching Tiles – People who help us game encourages children to engage in play-based learning through matching and sequencing activities. As children explore the roles of community helpers, they are prompted to inquire about the functions and importance of these roles, fostering a deeper understanding of their environment and the people within it.
Building language, imagination, and social skills
This product provides opportunities for children to develop their language skills as they discuss the various community roles depicted on the tiles. Through imaginative play and collaborative matching tasks, children enhance their social skills by working together, sharing ideas, and expressing their thoughts about the roles and services that contribute to their community.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a community role-play area where children can use the matching tiles to inspire discussions and enact scenarios related to the various roles depicted.
Create a display board featuring the tiles alongside images and information about local community helpers to encourage exploration and inquiry.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to match tiles with corresponding vehicles and discuss how each vehicle supports the role of the community helper.
Organise a sequencing activity where children arrange the tiles in a story format, illustrating a day in the life of a community helper.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce the tiles during a group discussion about community helpers, prompting children to share their experiences and knowledge about these roles.
Use the tiles to inspire a creative art project where children draw their favourite community helper and explain their importance to the class.
