How this product aligns with the EYLF

Promoting connection with the natural world
The Dantoy Tiny Biobased Dinner Plates are made from 100% recycled bioplastic derived from sugarcane, promoting an understanding of sustainable practices. By incorporating these eco-friendly plates into mealtime routines, children can develop an appreciation for materials that are kind to the environment, fostering a connection with the natural world.

Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
Using these dinner plates during mealtime supports children’s independence as they learn to serve themselves and manage their own dining experiences. The familiar and comfortable design of the plates can help create a positive mealtime atmosphere, contributing to children’s overall wellbeing and social interactions during shared meals.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Introduce the Dantoy plates in the dramatic play area to encourage role-playing scenarios around mealtime, enhancing social interactions and language development.

Use the plates during snack time to create a routine that promotes self-service and independence, allowing children to choose their portions and engage in discussions about healthy eating.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Organise a pretend picnic using the Dantoy plates, where children can explore different food items and practice sharing and cooperation with peers.

Incorporate the plates into a sensory play activity by filling them with various natural materials, such as leaves or sand, encouraging exploration and creativity.

Provocation Ideas
Set up a nature-themed table where children can use the plates to serve items collected from outside, such as flowers or stones, prompting discussions about the environment and sustainability.

Create a storytelling session where children use the plates as props to represent characters or settings, fostering imagination and narrative skills.