How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The NaturalDesign Low Curved Shelf Unit serves as an adaptable resource in early learning environments, encouraging children to engage in self-directed play and exploration. Its curved design invites children to interact with materials in a way that fosters curiosity and inquiry, allowing them to navigate their learning space freely.

Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The unit’s thoughtful design promotes a sense of comfort and accessibility within the learning environment. By providing children with easy access to resources, it supports their independence and decision-making skills, contributing to their overall wellbeing as they select materials for their play and learning experiences.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a dedicated reading nook by placing cushions around the shelf unit, encouraging children to choose books and engage in quiet reading or storytelling sessions.
Utilise the shelf unit to display art materials, allowing children to select items for creative projects, fostering a sense of ownership over their learning environment.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the shelf unit as a base for imaginative play, such as a shop or a café, where they can role-play and interact with peers.
Set up a science exploration area on the shelves, providing various natural materials for children to investigate, promoting inquiry and discovery through hands-on experiences.
Incorporate storytelling by placing puppets or props on the shelf unit, inviting children to create and enact their own narratives during playtime.

Provocation Ideas
Use the shelf unit to display seasonal items or natural objects, prompting discussions and explorations about changes in the environment and fostering connections with the natural world.
Arrange a selection of open-ended materials on the shelves to inspire children’s creativity and problem-solving as they design and construct their own projects.

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Opening a new childcare centre and looking for a range of educational furniture that is designed to withstand the use of every day child’s play?
NaturalDesign is your answer! Each storage unit is custom made from 18mm LP laminate and available in over 50 different colour arrangements!

These multi purpose units are easily accessible and can store, organise and present classroom resources ready for use. Not only can these units be used as an independent storage shelf , they can be combined with other units from the NaturalDesign range to mark out different areas, acting as a room divider to create separate learning spaces. Students have the opportunity to collaborate, discuss, demonstrate, experiment, and reflect with others, using guided and/or independent learning- all while keeping the learning space neat and tidy. Cognitive thinking skills can be put to use as the child selects items required for each activity.

Creating autonomy and ease of access for children is so important to developing their sense of security and identity (LO1). Being low and at child height for access, this Australian-made Versatek storage unit allows for educators to provide experiences that children can make choice of without the need to rely on educators. This means that each child’s agency is promoted, enabling them to make choices and decisions that influence events and their world (QA1.2.3)