• Shows interest in different occupations.
• EYFS, Expressive Arts & Design
• Begin to develop complex stories using small world equipment like animal sets, dolls and dolls houses.
• EYFS, Understanding the World
• Talk about members of their immediate family and community.
• EYFS, Communication & Language
• Encourages children to take on different roles in imaginative play.
• Explore occupations with this set of 16 wooden characters, perfect for enriching educational play.
• Hand-painted wooden figures that facilitate educational role-play and storytelling about careers in our community.
• This character set provides an engaging way for children to learn about different occupations through role-play. Featuring hand-painted figures made from robust tropical hardwood, these figures are designed to withstand the rigours of classroom use while helping children develop an understanding of community roles.
• Using these figures in small world play can aid in the development of language skills as children narrate their understanding of various jobs. They serve as excellent prompts for storytelling, helping to broaden children's social perspectives by introducing them to a variety of professions.
Aligning with the EYFS curriculum, this set encourages children to explore expressive arts and design, fosters communication, and enhances their understanding of the world. The figures are ideal for group activities, promoting collaboration and discussion among children about the world around them.
• Support conversations about people, cultures and communities.
• Enrich small world play and introduce people who help us.
• Chunky wooden small world figures.