Buckle Dog
R 250.95 ZAR
Description
Our favourite little colourful pup with all its buckles and clasps. Buckle Dog is a super fun toy that will both entertain and intrigue a little mind.
Features:
- Soft Dog pillow measures: 15 x 15 cm
- 5 buckles
What our OT says?
The soft dog pillow with buckles is a wonderful travel toy for toddlers. Let’s explore how it supports their development and why it’s an excellent choice:
- Bilateral Integration: The buckle dog is an excellent bilateral coordination activity. By engaging with the buckles, your toddler enhance their ability to use both hands together effectively. This skill is crucial for various daily tasks and motor activities.
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Fine Motor Skill Development:
- Buckles and Fastening: The buckles on the dog pillow provide an opportunity for toddlers to practice fine motor skills.
- Unfastening First. Toddlers often start by unfastening the buckles. This is usually easier because it involves pulling apart and requires less precision.
- Progression to Fastening: Over time, as their dexterity improves, toddlers will naturally progress to fastening the buckles. This skill involves aligning and connecting the parts, which requires more coordination.
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Repetition and Mastery:
- Repeating the Activity: Consistent exposure to the same activity helps toddlers master the skill.
- Confidence Boost: Successfully mastering the buckles boosts a toddler’s confidence and encourages further exploration.
- Problem-Solving: Figuring out how to manipulate the buckles involves problem-solving. Toddlers learn to analyze and adjust their actions.
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Sensory Experience:
- Tactile Sensation: The soft texture of the pillow engages the sense of touch.
- Visual Appeal: The friendly dog design appeals to toddlers visually, making it more inviting.
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Safety and Convenience:
- No Loose Parts: The lack of loose parts ensures safety during travel. Parents don’t need to worry about small pieces getting lost.
- Portable: Its compact size and lightweight nature make it easy to carry anywhere.
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Pretend Play:
- Imagination: Toddlers can pretend the dog pillow is their furry friend.
- Narrative Skills: Pretend play encourages language development as toddlers create stories around their dog pillow.