How this product aligns with the EYLF

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
The Sensory Box Projector encourages children to engage in open-ended exploration, allowing them to create and manipulate their own shadow and light scenarios. This hands-on experience fosters inquiry-based learning as children experiment with positioning and balancing their art pieces, promoting curiosity and discovery.

Supporting creativity and self-expression
This resource provides a platform for children to express their creativity as they design and build unique art pieces that transform into imaginative shadow works. By taking on the roles of inventor and designer, children are empowered to express their ideas and emotions through visual storytelling.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
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 art corner where children can use the Sensory Box Projector to create and display their shadow art, integrating it into their daily creative experiences.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to collaborate in small groups to design a shadow play performance, using the projector to enhance their storytelling.
Provide a variety of materials for children to create different shapes and objects, allowing them to explore how these items cast shadows when illuminated by the projector.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce a theme, such as “Under the Sea,” and invite children to create corresponding shadow art, prompting discussions about marine life and environments.
Challenge children to experiment with different light sources and angles, observing how these changes affect the shadows created by their art pieces.