[Allison Vance]

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 before needing them to have more quiet focusing time.

[Allison Vance]

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.

[Allison Vance]

<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 a positive way let’s get the support in place now. </div>

[Allison Vance]

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 can try something else.

[Allison Vance]

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.

[Allison Vance]

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

[Allison Vance]

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 to pick up their child on time.

[Allison Vance]

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 and foster it amongst the children.

[Allison Vance]

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 or educating the child. (disagree)

5. My curriculum should be based on each individual child’s current interests. (disagree)

6. Diversity definitely includes race and culture, but doesn’t include age, ability or family make-up. (disagree)

7. Media in general delivers fair and accurate accounts of events around the country. (disagree)

8. The United States should discontinue relations with countries that engage in human rights violations. (disagree)

Point of View

There are many things that influence my thinking, religion, my parents, life experiences, education, media and friends. I think that people all respond differently to different points of view, some people avoid talking about or acknowledging it, some people argue and some people refuse to be in relationship with people who have different points of view. I think we can change our views. The biggest catalyst for change is personal experience but also education can. The more someone is exposed to different views the more open to different views they tend to be.