Helping to Support Teaching and Learning
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Promotes Inclusivity
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This down syndrome doll helps represent diversity people in the community, helping children notice and ask questions about differences such as special needs. It’s a valuable tool for promoting inclusivity in early years settings.
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Fosters Empathy
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Freya encourages children to explore situations from different viewpoints. This aids in developing empathy and understanding, important aspects of personal, social, and emotional development.
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Enhances Communication
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Using Freya in role play enhances children’s ability to communicate and express themselves. It supports taking on different roles, which is vital for language development.
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Supports Sensory Play
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Freya’s design supports heuristic play, allowing children to engage in sensory development activities. This hands-on approach enriches their learning experience.
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EYFS Aligned
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Aligned with EYFS, Freya aids in Personal, Social & Emotional Development. It encourages children to notice and discuss differences, fostering an inclusive environment.
Miniland Baby Dolls Down Syndrome Freya 38cm
A Miniland baby doll with down syndrome features and burgundy glasses to support early years role play.
Overview
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Encourages understanding of diversity and inclusion through imaginative play, supporting personal and social development.
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Recognizing and appreciating diversity is crucial in education. The inclusive Miniland doll, Freya, helps teachers support this need by fostering empathy and understanding among children. Constructed from high-quality materials, it is durable for frequent use.
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Fully articulated arms, legs and head allowing the dolls to be posed lying down, sitting or standing. Miniland dolls can be wiped clean which will not affect the quality or durability. All Miniland dolls have a light vanilla scent and are recyclable. Manufactured in Spain.
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Incorporating Freya into the classroom aligns with the EYFS curriculum, especially in Understanding the World. Children can explore similarities and differences using props like this doll, promoting discussions about diversity.
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Freya also supports Expressive Arts & Design by encouraging pretend play. This aids children in taking on different roles, enhancing their communication and language skills while exploring various perspectives.
Supports the National Curriculum
EYFS, Personal, Social & Emotional Development
Notice and ask questions about differences, such as skin colour, types of hair, gender, special needs and disabilities, religion and so on.
EYFS, Understanding the World
Use a range of props, puppets, dolls, and books to encourage children to notice and talk about similarities and differences in the world.
EYFS, Personal, Social & Emotional Development
Help children explore situations from different points of view.
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Product Information
Overview
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Doll with glasses (no clothing).
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Suitable for age 10 months and up
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Not suitable for children under 36 months. Small parts.
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