A good way to help children recognize their emotions is for you to act out an emotion and see if they can identify the emotion. Then have them tell you what parts of your body gave them clues. Then have them act them out and see if they can identify it in others.

Taking a step back to look at how I am caring for myself and then put into my schedule some additional self care time and make it a priority. I can also reach out to my co workers and see if they can step in to some of the situations can take some of the load.

An example would be when a child becomes overwhelmed and is either crying or acting out instead of reacting to them in frustration or anger, sit with the child until they calm down. Once they have calmed down talk to them and help them work out what was overwhelming them.

I manage my stress by riding my horse, helps me focus on just what I am doing for a period of time.

Get in there and do active supervision, where you engage/play with them while also keeping an eye on the behaviors in the whole room.

<div>Yes, I think policies are useful in heightened emotional situations like emergencies, accidents or behavior reports. Helps everyone to have a clear understanding of the process and how to handle the situations.</div>

A crib or playpen with a mattress that fits tightly to the edges so their is no space.

There are so many songs out there that teach body parts and also include moments. Include these type of songs into the daily routine in the classroom. Also when outside encourage and each the children group games that they all can play together (freeze tag, duck duck goose, etc) or participate in parachute games. Let the children pick…

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You have make healthy habits fun by making them into songs (ie singing a song while washing hands). Also modeling a healthy habit as being fun is a great way for children to see it as fun. Games are another way or using a sticker chart for healthy habits.

I would welcome them into the classroom, show them the individual cubbies, bathrooms and hand washing station. I would show them where the first aid kit is and then take them outside showing them the outdoor space and how it is secure and gated. I would also explain the incident report procedure.

I would contact CPS, talk to my supervisor and also document what was observed/told/learned.

My concern about keeping children safe is if they get hurt while under my care, they fall, another kid hits/pushes/etc or if they run out of the building. I know I am responsible and it is a big job.

Get to know the parents by name, make sure to greet them along with the child by name at drop off and pick up. Each week make a point to try to ask them one question or send an email letting them know something you saw about their child at school, make it personal and encouraging.

1. I would want them to know them well, listen to them and provide a clean safe environment for them to learn in.

2. My fears are that they could not be paid attention too, that they would be taught negative things about themselves and that they would not be safe.

I would ask them questions depending on where they are actively playing. In the block area ask them what the are building, where does the road end, what is at the end? Who do they think will use the road, etc. Or in the kitchen area, asking questions like what are you making? What are your favorite foods? etc.

I would start off with meals and snacks, then add in rest/nap time. After that I would ask the children if appropriate what they would like to do. Also I would think about if I am going to ask them to have an active period of listening time (story time or circle time) then just before have some gross motor time and burn off some energy…

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There are so many components to create a good early learning environment. A clean, safe, nurturing space and one that feels light and happy are important. There should be different stations that get switched out through out the week/month/year.

<div>I would ask to have a private meeting with them and let them know i would like to discuss the child’s development and how we can best support them. I would start by sharing the observation with them of what we have been seeing. Ask them if they have seen the same. Then I would have referrals for them for intervention, I would do it in… Read more

When you observe a child you get to see where they are at developmentally. Then you can decide what tools, exercises or supports you are going to put into place to help them to the next stage. When you document where they are at, then you can assess if your tool, exercise or support helped them or not. If there was not development then you…

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There is no strong evidence that screen time is actually beneficial for young children. So no need to do it, if parents want to do it at home that is their call but it is not necessary at school.

One “serve and return” activity can be doing a puzzle with a child. There is lots of opportunity for trail and err and encouragement.

I would begin with making sure they know when pick up time is and then asking if that time is not working for them. I would try to listen with an attitude of learning and empathy. Then I would express how it is affecting their child as well as the staff. Then I would help brainstorm solutions and what they can do to make sure someone is there…

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WAC 110-300-0160 directly speaks to accepting diversity.

– must provide culturally and racially diverse learning opportunities.

-must use equipment and materials that include, Diverse dolls, books, pictures, games, -Diverse music from many cultures in children’s primary languages

The big overall message is to embrace diversity, encourage it…

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1. A multicultural education curriculum should be in place in every school. (strongly agree)

2. Families should not be expected to be involved in classroom activities. (agree)

3. All learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs. (agree)

4. Some extended family members may confuse children, so they should not have a voice in raising…

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