How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Sensory Squares provide a hands-on resource that encourages children to explore and investigate their environment through sensory experiences. By engaging with the various squares, children can observe colour mixing, reflection, and magnification, fostering their natural curiosity and inquiry skills.

Developing early STEM and problem-solving skills
This product supports the development of early STEM skills as children experiment with the magnifying and mirror squares to understand concepts of reflection and light. Through exploration, they can begin to solve problems related to their observations, enhancing their critical thinking and reasoning abilities.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world.
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 discovery corner with the Sensory Squares where children can freely explore and manipulate the squares, encouraging independent exploration and observation.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Create a colour mixing station using the Sensory Squares to allow children to experiment with different colours and observe the results.
Encourage storytelling by having children describe what they see in the mirror squares, promoting language development and imaginative play.
Use the magnifying square to examine natural objects, fostering inquiry and a connection to the natural world.

Provocation Ideas
Present the Sensory Squares during a science exploration session, prompting children to predict what will happen when they use the magnifying square or mirror squares.
Invite children to create a reflection art project using the mirror squares, encouraging creativity and self-expression through visual discovery.