18/08/2026
A couple of weeks ago (sorry, forgot to post!), our preschoolers had an amazing time engaging in pretend cake making using shaving foam.
This sensory and imaginative experience gave the children the opportunity to strengthen their hand muscles as they scooped, spread and shaped the “cake mixture.” They carefully designed their own creations, choosing and adding different “toppings,” while also engaging in rich social interactions as they shared materials, ideas and space with their friends.
And above all else… they absolutely LOVED getting messy! Lots of laughter, creativity and fun was had by us all.
This experience strongly supports the EYLF V2.0, particularly:
Outcome 1 – Children have a strong sense of identity, as they confidently express their ideas, make choices and engage in imaginative play.
Outcome 2 – Children are connected with and contribute to their world, as they collaborate, share resources and engage in cooperative play with peers.
Outcome 3 – Children have a strong sense of wellbeing, as they develop fine and gross motor strength through sensory play and enjoy joyful, stress-free exploration.
Outcome 4 – Children are confident and involved learners, as they experiment with materials, problem-solve during play and extend their creativity through pretend scenarios.
Outcome 5 – Children are effective communicators, as they negotiate roles, share ideas and express their thinking during play.
Messy play at its best — full of learning, laughter and imagination!