For children under 2, I agree with no screen time in the childcare setting. For 2 and older, I think watching something short that is educational or musical for a break break/movement activity is okay in the childcare setting as long as it is guided with a teacher or caregiver.

How do you think early learning providers can create a “serve and return” environment in their classrooms?

By setting up a classroom with toys and materials that engage children with curiosity and exploration. Examples:

-Dramatic play : may include dress up or dolls of different professions

-Kitchen: children can pretend to cook which is…

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I think first we need to approach this situation first with a gentle warning about the pick up time and the contract signed about pick up time. Then maybe a more formal meeting to hear both sides of the situation. The family may have some type of hardship at their work that is holding them back. Maybe by meeting together we can come to…

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1. Which WACs address diversity and collaboration with families? WAC 110-300-0030, nondiscrimination. WAC 110-300-0150
   Program and activities
   (1) An early learning provider must supply children in care with early learning materials that are age
   and developmentally appropriate. For each age group of children in care, a provider must supply
   a…

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I agree with you about the instructions not matching! I could not find ANYTHING about “questions” either. I even tried googling how to find the “questions”.

1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? The detail listed for every situation that can occur. Clear and concise information. Will be good to keep bookmarked or printed to keep on hand to be sure everyone is following protocols.
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? The amount of licensing and work to maintain…

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