Some of the best ways i find to help children recognize emotions and control their responses are by modeling calm behavior, naming feelings “you look frustrated”, and using books or stories to talk about emotions. Teaching simple coping tools like deep breathing, counting to ten, or using a quiet corner helps them practice self-regulation.… Read more

i think i talk to someone about it to refresh. usually that means i need compassion myself, so i need to find a source of it.

acknowledging childrens feelings (I see you’re upset the tower fell), expanding their language (“Yes, the red car is going so fast), and encouraging problem-solving (What could we do so everyone gets a turn?”). They also involve showing genuine interest (tell me more about your picture”) and modeling positive behavior (“Thank you for helping… Read more

i think listening to podcasts on the way and leaving work is a great destressor. or calling my mom.

i say play like a kid. once they realize you are acting as they do, they will feel safe and want to bond.

yes, so the parents can see it and work alongside the guidelines. and so all staff are on the same page.

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<strong data-start=”46″ data-end=”65″>Movement breaks: dance, yoga, obstacle courses.<strong data-start=”102″ data-end=”122″>Hands-on centers: blocks, art, sensory play.<strong data-start=”155″ data-end=”175″>Active academics: count with jumps, letter hunts.<strong data-start=”213″ data-end=”239″>Offer choices & levels so all kids… Read more

make everything a game and a reward. did you eat your veggies? you get a fun prize!

i would highlight the emergency drills first, so they know we are ready. Then, i would show off the staffs certifications in cpr and any trainings they do., then, i would show how the rooms are safe for any kid.

i would follow the procedures of my facility which typically is reporting it to a supervisor, who gives you the paperwork to properly report it.

i think its that they may stick something random in their mouth. you never know what a kid will put in their mouth.

I think being open to any points they have. parents want to be heard so they know their child’s best interest is taken into consideration.

I would want my kid to have attention, be fed, and be safe. i would worry my kidd would be left behind or forgotten. i would fear them getting hurt, and i would fear them getting lost.

include play and kid leading in the activity. if they feel they are in charge, they are gonna take pride in the work and wanna do their very best.

displaying it somewhere visually is great. since some cant read, using pictures and a big arrow, moved to each activity keeps you and the kids in line.

i think allowing room for kids to play and explore independently is key. kids need to learn to think for themselves and discover things in a safe, monitored environment, where they can be left indefepndent.

I would explain that it doesnt mean anything is wrong, only that we are giving their kid the absolute best chance at developing at their pace, and that in order to find that specific pace, we may need to do some screenings and testing like mentioned here.

When you are observing a child’s development, that helps early learning providers understand the child better. When you add in documentation, it solidifies the observations and theyll know if the child is progressing in the correct direction. if not, they can use the documentation as a record to document more growth.

i think its best to keep it under an hour a day. its great for stimulation and saving a parent some rest time, but not needed.

be a model. kids are constantly watching you and by being a role-model, the kids will behave as you do. this even goes for parents. talk to the parents with kindness, they are likely to respond back wtih more kindness.

If Mrs. Hopkins picks up her child late, the first thing id do is supervise the child until the parent arrives while following the center’s late pickup policy. When she arrives, i’d speak privately and politely to remind her of the center’s pickup rules and the importance of arriving on time, explaining any consequences for repeated lateness.… Read more