Child Care Basics
Public Washington
Public Washington
Active 2 days ago
Public Washington
Children learn through relationships
-
Josslynn register
MemberApril 16, 2025 at 9:00 pmMake sure you always return a child’s “serve”. Constant supervision is important going to the child’s level to communicate and walking around the classroom to speak to them instead of sitting and yelling
-
Great insights, Josslynn! Engaging at a child’s level fosters meaningful connections and encourages open communication.
-
-
e
MemberApril 16, 2025 at 9:53 pminteract with the kids instead on watching from the sidelines
-
Great insight! Engaging directly with children fosters trust and enhances their learning experience. Keep encouraging active participation!
-
-
Mikaela Bullek
MemberApril 17, 2025 at 11:56 pmAdvice I would give early learning providers when it comes to creating relationships with the children they care for is to create a space where the children feel safe to be themselves. Always come into work radiating calm and peaceful energy because the children feed off the energy you bring into the classroom.
-
Great insights, Mikaela! Creating a safe space and modeling calm energy are essential for building strong connections with children.
-
-
Elizabeth Armstorng
MemberApril 19, 2025 at 11:00 pmI would say listen more, and talk less. adults tend to want to over talk and explain its nice to give children the floor to talk and express themselves.
-
Great insight, Elizabeth! Encouraging children’s voices fosters confidence and strengthens connections. Listening truly enhances the learning environment.
-
-
I suggest social activity games that allows the children to interact and express who they are group activities. The would be fun for the student as well as the teacher
-
Great suggestion, Nee! Social activity games foster connections and create a fun, engaging environment for both children and educators.
-
-
My advice: slow down and be present. Get on their level, listen without rushing, and show them you care through small, everyday moments. Building trust takes time, but those connections make all the difference.
-
Great insights, Abdirahman! Your emphasis on being present and building trust is vital for meaningful connections with children.
-
-
The best advice is taking the time to properly get to know each child, their personality and likes and dislikes, this will make them feel seen and supported by you and they will have an easier time trusting you and forming a connection.
-
Great insight, Mikayla! Building trust through understanding individual personalities fosters strong connections and enhances the learning experience.
-
-
Hajra
MemberMay 2, 2025 at 6:25 pmBe present, listen actively, and follow children’s interests. Show warmth, encourage exploration, and create a safe space where they feel valued and heard.
-
Great insights, Hajra! Your emphasis on presence and active listening is crucial for fostering meaningful connections with children.
-
-
estrella rodas
MemberMay 2, 2025 at 11:08 pmtalk to kids
-
Great point, Estrella! Simple conversations can foster strong connections and build trust with children in the classroom.
-
-
marceyi
MemberMay 3, 2025 at 7:00 amescucahr con atencion y responderles con carino,a los ninos les gusta sentirce valorados y miralo a los ojos que el sienta que le prestas atencion,si es necesrio ponte de rodillas a su medida.
-
Great insights, Marceyi! Listening attentively and making eye contact truly fosters a strong connection and shows children they are valued.
-
-
Leidy R
MemberMay 4, 2025 at 3:35 am<font style=”vertical-align: inherit;”><font style=”vertical-align: inherit;”>Ser mas empaticos con cada niño tener en cuenta su participación y nunca menospresiarlo</font></font>
-
dania miranda
MemberMay 4, 2025 at 6:30 pmEscucharlos jugar con ellos interactuar pasar tiempo con ellos generar con fianza como un entorno seguro y cómodo para ellos..
-
Great insights, Dania! Building trust and creating a safe environment are essential for fostering meaningful connections with children.
-
-
Mohammed
MemberMay 7, 2025 at 4:59 amBuild trust first then afterwards make sure to listen intently to any concerns and observe carefully how the child interacts with different peers and in different environments.
-
Great insights, Mohammed! Building trust and attentive observation are essential for fostering meaningful connections with children.
-
-
Building connection with kids takes time and patience. It’s easy to get frustrated as an ECE, but it’s important to remember that kids, just like us, are figuring out how to be people in real time. Getting to know them, realize that they look to you for help, comfort, security, information, etc., can be really helpful for building relationships. We are the child’s gateway to the world. It’s beautiful to remember!
-
Jeanne
MemberMay 8, 2025 at 12:03 amI would advise them to show genuine interest in what children express and engage in “serve and return” interactions to help build connections with children in their classroom. It’s also important to create a positive learning environment that is welcoming and encourages them to learn and grow. Make sure you are getting down on their level, actively listening to them, and be present in your interactions with them.
-
Great insights, Jeanne! Your emphasis on genuine engagement and creating a welcoming environment is essential for building strong connections with children.
-