How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting creativity and self-expression
The Small Fluorescent Squares provide children with a versatile medium for artistic expression. By using these brightly coloured squares, children can engage in various creative activities, such as collage-making or pattern design, which encourages them to explore their ideas and emotions through art.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
As children collaborate on projects using the Small Fluorescent Squares, they have opportunities to communicate their thoughts and ideas. This collaborative play fosters language development and enhances social skills as they negotiate roles, share materials, and discuss their artistic choices.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a dedicated art corner where children can freely access the Small Fluorescent Squares for individual or group projects. Use the squares to enhance visual displays around the classroom, encouraging children to contribute their artwork.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own stories using the squares as characters or settings, promoting imaginative play. Organise a group activity where children work together to design a large mural using the squares, fostering teamwork and creativity.

Provocation Ideas
Set up a challenge for children to create a pattern or design using the squares, prompting discussions about shapes and colours. Provide a selection of books that feature art and patterns, inviting children to recreate their favourite scenes using the Small Fluorescent Squares.