• Use a range of props, puppets, dolls, and books to encourage children to notice and talk about similarities and differences in the world.
• EYFS, Personal, Social & Emotional Development
• Notice and ask questions about differences, such as skin colour, types of hair, gender, special needs and disabilities, religion and so on.
• EYFS, Expressive Arts & Design
• Begin to develop complex stories using small world equipment like animal sets, dolls and dolls houses.
• EYFS, Expressive Arts & Design
• Make use of props and materials when role playing characters in narratives and stories.
• EYFS, Understanding the World
• Name and describe people who are familiar to them.
• A 38cm doll designed to represent children with Down syndrome, promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Encourages understanding of diversity through role play, supporting personal and social development, encouraging storytelling.
• Encouraging an inclusive environment in the classroom is essential for helping children understand and appreciate diversity. This Miniland doll, represent helps to encourages empathy and acceptance among peers.
Fully articulated arms, legs and head allowing the dolls to be posed lying down, sitting or standing. Miniland dolls can be wiped clean which will not affect the quality or durability. All Miniland dolls have a light vanilla scent and are recyclable. Manufactured in Spain.
• Teachers can use it to promote Personal, Social, and Emotional Development by allowing children to explore differences such as skin colour, gender, and special needs. This prompts discussions and questions that enhance their understanding of the world.
Additionally, this resource aids in Expressive Arts & Design by enabling children to create complex stories. Using such resources in role play activities enhances creativity and storytelling skills.