[Cynthia]

I think some of the ways to help children recognize their emotions is to show them pictures or expressions of how these emotions look like of feel like. For example, showing them a picture of another child that is crying and explain why they are crying. Let the child understand those feeling so that they can express them when they feel that way as well. Also, I feel like some children’s books can help, because they have pictures that can be easy to follow along. The books will help them understand certain emotions and even ways to control their responses.

[Cynthia]

It can be difficult, but talking to someone about it can help. If this happens during work time, then talking to a coworker would also help. Sometimes I prefer not to talk about my personal feelings, but our emotional health is also important.

[Cynthia]

Listening and communicating with children. Making sure that they feel comfortable and safe.

[Cynthia]

One technique that helps me with stress management is drawing, coloring, or painting. I usually feel like I need to express what I feel without being loud or stress others around me, so I usually carry around a pen and a small notebook with me to sketch what I feel. When I’m at home, I usually paint or color some sketches to feel better. I do find it more relaxing when I’m listening to music while I draw.

[Cynthia]

Communication, interacting, and listening are key to making connections with children. Children want to be heard and to be appreciated, so they seek attention from adults. We should help by supporting them, making sure they have someone to talk to and to rely on.

[Cynthia]

They will be useful for emergency situations. Most parents worry about what we have to do during an emergency situation, so having everything written down can help the parents understand what we do.

[Cynthia]

The safest sleep equipment: single-level crib, infant bed, bassinet, or playpen. Also, a crib with a firm mattress is recommended.

[Cynthia]

I think one of the best ways to make an activity fun is if we create some kind of choreography or movements when doing something. For example, when listening to songs we can have some choreography that goes with it. We can also stretch while we give directions before going outdoors, or we can make games that makes everyone feel free to move around.

[Cynthia]

I think there are many ways to make healthy habits fun. Some ways that I think would be fun are listening to songs, making a short choreography about those healthy habits, reading books, watching some cartoon short videos, creating games, show pictures or drawings, tells stories, and so on.

[Cynthia]

I will have them check the room and let them ask questions about safety concerns. I will point out the emergency exits so that they know there are ways to safely exit the building. Reassure them that we follow health standards and safety requirements. If they have any concerns or questions after the tour, giving them a pamphlet with safety information and procedures can help.

[Cynthia]

First, I would like to make sure that there are signs of abuse. If the child shows any sudden changes in their behavior and they try to isolate themselves from adults or other people, or if they don’t want to go home. I’ll consider this signs and will report what I have observed.

[Cynthia]

I’m always worried about what could happen if I decide to look away for a second and a child ends up getting hurt. How can I explain that to their parents? And I think my biggest concern is people in general, you never know how some people will react in certain situations. For example, an adult getting into the facility and starts threatening us. Safety concerns about the things you see happening on the news every day. You don’t feel safe and you fear about that happening to you and the children you’re talking care of.

[Cynthia]

Communication is key! Always communicate and inform parents about their child and resources in the community. If there is any inconvenience, define the problem and inform the parents about it. Make sure that everyone feels comfortable and that there aren’t any problems.

[Cynthia]

I would like my child’s provider to 1. Support my child, 2. Make sure they socialize with other children, and 3. Make sure they are safe.

My fears about leaving my child in someone’s care: 1. That my child won’t follow rules and misbehave, 2. That they might not get the attention needed to develop new skills, and 3. That something bad will happen to my child.

[Cynthia]

I had this teacher in school that gave us a sheet of paper full of questions about ourselves and what we enjoy doing. She later on collected all that information and started making fun activities around the things we liked. She would look for educational online games and find ways for people to use their creativity during reading and writing sessions. There weren’t many people in that class that enjoyed sports, so she never gave us any material related to sports. I think learning what our students like doing can help us build activities and sessions around them and make them fun and creative.