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Ideas to help you implement Birth to Three Matters This week: Share a problem - using a toy to discuss problems and promote self-awareness and identity

This week: Share a problem - using a toy to discuss problems and promote self-awareness and identity

Aspect: A Strong Child Components: Me, myself,I; A sense of belonging; Walkers,talkers and pretenders

What you need: n a soft toy dog or rabbit or a doll dressed in contemporary clothes (this activity is suitable for small groups) What you do:

1 Sit with the children in a circle.

2 Introduce the doll or toy, give it a name and tell the children a bit about it. 'This is Eddie, he has just come to school and he is...' This is your chance to include a problem currently worrying the children or you.

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