Early Childhood Education Community | Gracie | Activity https://ececommunity.org/members/butlegra000/activity/ Activity feed for Gracie. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:02:28 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.14.4 en-US 30 hourly 2 39bf2fbc5715fb93a9b37cd0c3fead0c Gracie replied to the discussion Screen time in childcare in the forum Child Care Basics-WA https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/screen-time-in-childcare/page/25/#post-14893 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 17:01:30 +0000 Reply to Screen time in childcare

Screen time for children in childcare is a topic that requires careful consideration and moderation. While technology can offer educational benefits when used appropriately, excessive screen time can have adverse effects on early brain development, as mentioned in the research findings.

Following the guidelines set forth by the American Academy…

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]]> ed2f6a57e5de6a543df6bbe4f33f42c0 Gracie replied to the discussion What to do when parents are late to pick up their child? in the forum Child Care Basics-WA https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/what-to-do-when-parents-are-late-to-pick-up-their-child/#post-14818 Wed, 29 May 2024 16:51:01 +0000 Reply to What to do when parents are late to pick up their child?

In this scenario, I would approach Mrs. Hopkins with empathy and understanding, acknowledging the challenges she may be facing. I would gently remind her of the center’s closing time and the importance of picking up her child on time. I would ask if there are any specific reasons for her lateness and if there are any ways the center can…

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]]> 90751e0dc73409642597034b7679ba21 Gracie replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion - Diversity and Colloboration in the forum Child Care Basics-WA https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-diversity-and-colloboration/#post-14817 Wed, 29 May 2024 16:29:20 +0000 Reply to Trainer Monitored Discussion - Diversity and Colloboration

The WACs (Washington Administrative Code) for early learning programs emphasize collaboration and diversity in several key areas. Here are the relevant WACs that address these topics:

  1. Collaboration with Families:
    • WAC 110-300-0100: This WAC focuses on the program’s responsibility to involve families in the planning and implementation of the…

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