How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Willow Sensory Sorting Table encourages children to engage in open-ended play, fostering their natural curiosity and desire to explore. By providing compartments for sorting and categorising materials, children can investigate different textures and objects, promoting inquiry-based learning through hands-on experiences.
Promoting connection with the natural world
Crafted from FSC®-certified eucalyptus wood, this table not only supports outdoor play but also invites children to connect with nature. As they engage in sensory exploration and messy play, children develop an appreciation for their environment, enhancing their understanding of the natural world around them.
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 the Willow Sensory Sorting Table in an outdoor learning area to encourage children to explore natural materials, such as leaves, stones, and twigs, fostering sensory experiences and environmental awareness.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to sort and categorise loose parts by colour, size, or texture using the table’s compartments, promoting early mathematical concepts and fine motor skills.
Create a building station where children can use the table as a workbench for constructing with blocks or other materials, enhancing their problem-solving and collaborative skills.
Provocation Ideas
Invite children to create a nature collage using items they collect from the outdoor environment, providing a platform for creativity and self-expression.
Introduce themed sensory bins that align with children’s interests, allowing them to explore various textures and materials while engaging in imaginative play.
