How this product aligns with the EYLF

Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Soft Small Lion serves as a comforting presence for children, promoting emotional wellbeing through cuddling and companionship. As children engage with the toy, they can develop a sense of security and independence, which is essential for their overall emotional development.

Building language, imagination, and social skills
This plush lion can inspire imaginative play, allowing children to create stories and scenarios that enhance their language skills. Through role-playing with the lion, children can also practice social interactions, fostering communication and collaboration with peers.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity.
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators.

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Introduce the Soft Small Lion in a quiet corner of the classroom to create a calming space where children can engage in self-directed play or relaxation.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create a story involving the lion, promoting language development and imaginative play as they narrate adventures together.
Set up a dramatic play area where children can incorporate the lion into their role-play scenarios, enhancing social skills and cooperative play.

Provocation Ideas
Present the Soft Small Lion alongside books about lions or jungle animals to spark discussions and storytelling, integrating literacy with play.
Use the lion as a prompt for a feelings activity, where children can express emotions through play, helping them to articulate their feelings and develop empathy.