Inquiry

Encourage curiosity, language and problem-solving through hands-on exploration.

Why the developing preschool brain craves open-ended loose parts play, and how tactile exploration builds neural pathways.

A practical guide for busy ECTs on using Claire Warden Floorbooks to capture children's voices, track inquiry webs, and co-create documentation.

How curiosity-led inquiry empowers children to ask big questions, make discoveries and build deep understanding.

How loose parts support creativity, problem solving and collaboration.

Linking children's interests to learning outcomes and the EYLF.

Use loose parts to spark imagination and storytelling.

Encourage curiosity and early science skills with simple nature-based exploration.