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Toddler & Pre-School Life Cycle Clothing Needs
Physical
Physical needs continue to be most important—influenced by rapid growth and active play.
- Protective
- Safety features
- Bright, visible colors
- Knee padding
- No pins, cuffs, drawstrings
- Rubber-soled shoes, sleep feet
- Flame retardant
- Comfortable
- Non-restricting
- Durable, tightly woven
- Reinforced
- Easy on/off
- Easy care
- Growth features
- Separates / 2-piece
- Indefinite waistline
- Stretch fabrics
- Elasticized waist
- Adjustable buttons & straps
- Ease pleats/tucks
- Wide seam allowances & hems
- Flexible soled shoes
Psychological
Psychological development begins to be influenced more specifically by clothing that fosters a sense of independence.
- Self-help features
- Front openings
- Larger neck openings
- Large armholes
- Large, easy fasteners
- Elasticized waistbands
- Shoelaces with tips
- Clothes marked F and B
- Shoes marked L and R
- Value formation
- Personality formation
Social
Social interaction accelerates. Social development is influenced more specifically by clothing that contributes to acceptance and security.
- Attention-getting
- Attractive to others
- Affordable (within social environment)
Aesthetic
Aesthetic preferences form and influence selection. Preferences are more freely expressed.
- Colorful
- Decorative
- Coordination
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