How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Versa-Tile Pack of 6 Koala provides a versatile resource that can be used in various play-based learning scenarios. Children can engage in open-ended play by arranging the tiles to create different structures or environments, fostering their creativity and problem-solving skills as they explore spatial relationships and design.

Supporting creativity and self-expression
The vibrant colours and adaptable nature of the tiles encourage children to express their ideas and emotions through visual art and design. By using the tiles in collaborative projects, children can communicate their thoughts and work together, enhancing their social skills while exploring their creative potential.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a designated art corner where children can use the tiles to design murals or patterns, encouraging exploration of colour and shape.
Incorporate the tiles into a sensory area, allowing children to experience different textures and sounds while engaging in imaginative play.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to use the tiles to build a miniature town or landscape, promoting cooperative play and storytelling as they create narratives around their structures.
Organise a colour-matching game where children sort the tiles by colour, enhancing their recognition skills and understanding of categorisation.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce the tiles during a discussion about habitats, prompting children to create representations of different environments and the animals that live there.
Set up a challenge where children must use the tiles to create a structure that can support a specific weight, encouraging experimentation and critical thinking.