Aboriginal Elder/Uncle Doll – 36cm Handcrafted Fabric Doll

Meet Giwang, a beautifully handcrafted elder doll whose name means moon. This soft fabric doll represents an Aboriginal Uncle and is designed to spark storytelling, cultural awareness, and imaginative play in early learning settings.

Each doll is handmade and hand-painted, making every piece truly unique. Details such as face painting, body markings, clothing, and name vary, celebrating individuality and the diversity of First Nations culture. Standing 36cm tall, Giwang is the perfect size for little hands to hold, role-play with, and include in classroom stories and discussions.

A meaningful addition to play-based learning, the elder doll helps children connect with concepts of community, respect, and cultural identity while encouraging empathy and inclusivity.

Why Educators Love It:

• Encourages cultural awareness and inclusive play

• Each doll is unique, handmade, and hand-painted

• Supports storytelling, role play, and social learning

• A soft, safe, and durable resource for classrooms and childcare

How to Use It:

• Include in dramatic play and storytelling activities

• Use to introduce discussions on Aboriginal culture and community roles

• Pair with other dolls to create inclusive and diverse play sets

• Display in classroom or learning corners to spark conversations

Details:

• Soft fabric Aboriginal Elder/Uncle doll

• Handcrafted and hand-painted – each one is unique

• Height: 36cm

• Clothing, face/body painting, and name will vary

• Suitable for ages 3+