Played with dolls

Social Studies

• The toddler-grade child learns about family relationships through pretend play with dolls, imitating real-life situations and interactions.
• They develop an understanding of roles and responsibilities by assigning different roles to the dolls, such as a parent or a sibling.
• Through playing with dolls, the child learns about different cultures and traditions as they may pretend the dolls come from different backgrounds.
• They learn about basic concepts of community and society by creating scenarios where the dolls interact with each other and engage in activities like going to school or visiting a store.

Encourage continued development related to playing with dolls by introducing dolls from various cultures and discussing the similarities and differences in their clothing, traditions, and lifestyles. You can also incorporate storytelling with the dolls, encouraging the child to create narratives about their daily lives or special events.

• My Family by Lisa Bullard: This book introduces the concept of family and different family structures in a simple and accessible way.
• We All Belong: A Children's Book About Diversity, Race, and Empathy by Nathalie Bagadey: This book explores diversity and the importance of inclusivity, helping children understand different cultures and backgrounds.
• Our Neighborhood by Ruth Thomson: This book takes children on a journey through various neighborhoods, teaching them about community, different types of houses, and the people who live and work in those areas.