How this product aligns with the EYLF
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Nature Soft Arch Climber encourages children to engage in active play, fostering their natural curiosity and exploration. As children build, stack, and configure the arches, they are prompted to investigate their environment, experiment with balance, and develop problem-solving skills through hands-on experiences.
Developing early STEM and problem-solving skills
This product provides opportunities for children to engage in physical challenges that require critical thinking and spatial awareness. As they create tunnels and climbing paths, children can explore concepts of balance, gravity, and movement, supporting their understanding of early STEM principles in a playful context.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world.
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing.
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners.
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up the Nature Soft Arch Climber in a designated active play area to encourage children to engage in physical movement and exploration throughout the day. Use the arches as part of a sensory pathway, integrating them with other materials to enhance children’s gross motor skills.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to work collaboratively to design their own climbing structures using the arches, promoting teamwork and communication. Create obstacle courses with the arches that challenge children’s balance and coordination while allowing for imaginative play scenarios.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce a storytelling session where children can use the arches to create scenes or settings, enhancing their narrative skills and creativity. Invite children to explore the arches by pretending they are bridges or tunnels, stimulating imaginative play and role-playing opportunities.
