How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Natureplay Active World Grass Insert provides a versatile and engaging surface for children to create their own mini worlds, fostering imaginative play and exploration. As children interact with small world animals, minibeasts, and figures, they engage in inquiry-based learning, asking questions and developing narratives that enhance their understanding of the environment and relationships.

Promoting connection with the natural world
This product encourages children to connect with nature through play, as the artificial grass simulates a natural environment for their imaginative scenarios. By incorporating elements like animals and gardens, children can explore themes of biodiversity and the importance of nature, fostering a sense of respect and curiosity about the 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 a dedicated small world play area with the grass insert as a base for children to create various environments, promoting collaborative play and storytelling.
Incorporate the grass insert into a nature-themed learning corner, where children can explore books and resources related to animals and ecosystems.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create a dinosaur park using the grass insert, allowing them to explore concepts of size, habitat, and movement through imaginative play.
Facilitate a fairy garden project where children use natural materials alongside the grass insert to design and build their own magical spaces, enhancing creativity and fine motor skills.
Organise a scavenger hunt where children search for small world figures hidden within the grass, promoting problem-solving and teamwork.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce a range of small world animals and minibeasts for children to incorporate into their play on the grass insert, prompting discussions about habitats and animal behaviours.
Present a storybook about gardens or nature, and invite children to recreate scenes from the book using the grass insert as their base, fostering language development and narrative skills.