How this product aligns with the EYLF
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Fastening Skills Friend – Asian supports children in developing self-care skills and independence through interactive play. By engaging with the doll’s various fastenings, children can enhance their fine motor skills while gaining confidence in their ability to dress themselves, fostering a sense of wellbeing.
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This product encourages children to explore and experiment with different fastening techniques in a playful manner. As they manipulate the doll’s clothing elements, children engage in hands-on learning that promotes inquiry and problem-solving, essential components of play-based learning.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity.
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing.
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners.
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Set up a dedicated role-play area where children can practice dressing the Fastening Skills Friend alongside other dolls, promoting social interaction and cooperative play.
Incorporate the doll into a self-care station, allowing children to explore personal care routines and discuss the importance of dressing independently.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create a story involving the Fastening Skills Friend, using the doll’s clothing elements as prompts for imaginative play and language development.
Organise a ‘dress-up day’ where children can bring in their own dolls to practice dressing skills alongside the Fastening Skills Friend, fostering peer learning and collaboration.
Introduce a matching game where children identify and sort different types of fastenings found on the doll, enhancing their understanding of everyday objects.
Provocation Ideas
Present the Fastening Skills Friend alongside a variety of real-life clothing items, inviting children to explore and compare how different fastenings work in everyday life.
Create a challenge where children must dress the doll using a timer, encouraging them to think critically about their techniques and time management while having fun.
