[Shirlina M.]

Responding to their needs, having lots of conversations about their interests, practice active listening, intentional play time, etc.

[Christena Krumpach]

Responsive exchanges I’d use daily with kids include listening actively, making eye contact, and playing together to build trust. I’d acknowledge them, even if busy, and create a supportive environment to help them manage emotions and problem-solve. This fosters connection and emotional growth.

[Ronni]

Responsive exchanges with children include actively listening to their cues, acknowledging their feelings, following their lead in play, expanding on their language, and using positive reinforcement.

[Anjelica]

Examples of responsive exchanges one may want to use in our everyday interactions with children are, providing specific things to each child depending on their needs and circumstances. If a child seems to be very timid and has trouble trusting yourself and the other new adults in her life, assure her with consistency and constant kindness that she can trust you and is safe in your care. You can use tools that you have to provide support to a family of a little boy that by chance is dealing with the imprisonment of their father. The child constantly shows up to class under stress because their mother is alone and paying all the bills, they are lonely and need support. If you can provide them with a smile and a hug, motivate them and provide them with positive things to do that will release some of that stress in constructive ways. Respond to the diverse needs of the children in your care. Be inquisitive, get to know your families and their situations. Be aware, helpful and trustworthy.

[Mia]

The weight of each ACE component weakens a child’s resiliency and ability to overcome life obstacles. Positive adult responses help build resiliency by creating a healthy supportive experience which can out weigh the negative experiences

[eamaer]

to be responsive to children, always offering a listening ear

[Vero]

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[Gillian Reese]

Getting on the kids levels and asking them questions, or just talking to them. Playing with them is also helpful, and children process their experiences through play.

[Akarim]

Responsive exchanges are essential for fostering positive communication and connections with children. For instance, if a child is upset, acknowledging their feelings by saying, “I see you’re feeling sad. Do you want to talk about what happened?” shows that you are attentive and encourages them to express themselves. When a child is trying something new, you might respond with, “Wow, you’re really trying hard with that puzzle! What do you think comes next?” which promotes their curiosity and problem-solving skills. Validating efforts is also important; if a child shares their artwork, saying, “I love how you used so many colors! What story does your picture tell?” invites them to elaborate on their thoughts. Offering choices during transitions, such as asking, “Would you like to read a story or play with blocks first?” empowers children to make decisions. Additionally, modeling language can help expand their vocabulary; if a child points out a dog, you might say, “Yes, that’s a big, fluffy dog. What color is it?” Reflecting back on their ideas encourages further sharing, while promoting social skills can be achieved by suggesting, “I see you two are building a tower together! How about asking each other what pieces to use next?” Celebrating achievements with phrases like, “You did it! I’m so proud of you for finishing that,” reinforces their success and encourages reflection on their feelings. By incorporating these responsive exchanges into everyday interactions, you create a supportive and engaging environment that fosters children’s emotional and social development.

[Mauren]

Building a relationship with the children, paying attention to their needs, giving them the nurturing and caring treatment they deserve to grow healthier.

[Vero]

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[Lashea]

Referencing to the palm tree anology resiliacey is not something children are born with it is formed by the positive relationships created by parents, coaches and family, Teaching each child to be able to bounce back from acute tramas and how to deal with them

[Skyler McCormick]

In the instance of infants if they point to something you should name the object. With toddlers it could look like reading a book but asking them to turn the pages and point out things that you can observe. With a preschool age child it could look like taking time to explain to them how to best ask another child if they can use they toy the other student is currently playing with. And following through by watching the conversation play out and stepping in if the children need guidance communicating with each other.

[Eliot McIntosh]

practicing active listening, making sure that I share insightful and helpful insight if necessary, being respectful and understanding about what I hear, and be engaging throughout the planned activities.

[Kylie Lambert]

Some examples include:

Playing with the children, listening to them when they talk, making eye contact, and engaging in meaningful conversation