How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Felt Playmat – Outback encourages children to engage in imaginative play, allowing them to explore the Australian outback environment. As they interact with the mat and the native animals, children can inquire about the characteristics of the outback, fostering curiosity and exploration through role play.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
This playmat serves as a rich backdrop for storytelling and collaborative play among children. As they create narratives involving the animals and landscapes, they develop their language skills and enhance their ability to communicate and negotiate roles within their play, promoting social interaction.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a dedicated area for the felt playmat where children can access a variety of animal figures to enhance their play and storytelling experiences. Incorporate books about Australian wildlife to support discussions and expand knowledge about the outback.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own animal stories using the playmat as a setting, fostering creativity and narrative skills. Organise a group activity where children can role-play different scenarios involving the animals, promoting teamwork and social skills.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce natural materials such as rocks and sticks to the play area, inviting children to create their own outback landscapes on the mat. Pose open-ended questions about the animals and their habitats to stimulate discussion and inquiry during play.