How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Multicultural Music Set encourages children to engage in play-based learning by exploring sound and rhythm through a variety of natural instruments. As children experiment with the different instruments, they develop their inquiry skills by investigating how sounds are produced and how they can create music collaboratively.
Supporting creativity and self-expression
This musical instrument set provides children with opportunities to express themselves creatively through music. By using the diverse range of instruments, children can explore their own musical ideas, collaborate with peers, and communicate their feelings and thoughts through sound, fostering their individual creativity.
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 dedicated music corner where children can freely access the Multicultural Music Set, encouraging spontaneous musical play and exploration.
Integrate the instruments into storytelling sessions, allowing children to create sound effects that enhance narratives and engage their imagination.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a ‘music and movement’ session where children can use the instruments to accompany songs and dances, promoting physical coordination and rhythm.
Encourage children to form small groups to create their own musical compositions, fostering collaboration and teamwork as they share their ideas and sounds.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce a themed week focusing on different cultures, using the instruments to explore traditional music from around the world, sparking discussions about diversity and inclusion.
Invite children to experiment with the instruments in outdoor settings, observing how sound travels and changes in different environments, linking music to the natural world.
