How this product aligns with the EYLF
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Combing Hair Puzzle provides children with an engaging way to explore personal hygiene and self-care routines. By completing the puzzle, children can develop a sense of independence as they learn about the importance of maintaining healthy habits in a fun and interactive manner.
Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This puzzle encourages children to engage in play-based learning as they manipulate the pieces to create a cohesive scene. Through this process, children can inquire about different aspects of personal care, fostering curiosity and exploration in a supportive learning environment.
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 area with the Combing Hair Puzzle alongside books and resources about hygiene and self-care to encourage discussions and exploration of these topics.
Incorporate the puzzle into a health and wellbeing theme, using it as a visual aid to reinforce lessons about personal care routines.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to work together to complete the puzzle, fostering collaboration and communication skills as they discuss where each piece fits.
Create a role-play corner where children can use the completed puzzle as a backdrop for imaginative play, simulating personal care routines with dolls or puppets.
Use the puzzle as a prompt for storytelling, asking children to create narratives about the characters depicted in the scene and their daily routines.
Provocation Ideas
Present the puzzle alongside various grooming tools (e.g., brushes, combs) and encourage children to explore how these tools relate to the puzzle’s theme of personal care.
Invite children to draw or create their own puzzles based on personal care routines, allowing them to express their understanding of the topic creatively.
