How this product aligns with the EYLF

Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Brushing Hair Tray Puzzle provides children with an engaging way to explore self-care routines, fostering a sense of independence as they learn to recognise and understand daily practices. By piecing together the puzzle, children not only develop fine motor skills but also gain confidence in their ability to participate in personal care activities, promoting overall wellbeing.

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This puzzle encourages children to engage in play-based learning by inviting them to explore the theme of personal care through hands-on interaction. As children manipulate the puzzle pieces, they can inquire about the importance of grooming and self-care, facilitating discussions and connections to their own experiences and routines.

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 self-care corner with the Brushing Hair Tray Puzzle alongside mirrors and hairbrushes to encourage children to explore personal grooming through play. Use the puzzle during group discussions about daily routines, prompting children to share their own experiences with hair care.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to work together to complete the puzzle, discussing the sequence of brushing hair and the importance of each step. Create a storytelling session where children can use the completed puzzle as a backdrop to share their own stories about hair care and grooming.

Provocation Ideas
Introduce the puzzle during a themed week on self-care, prompting children to think about other routines they engage in daily. Use the puzzle as a starting point for a creative art project where children can draw or collage their own self-care routines, inspired by the puzzle imagery.