Talking and reading about emotions during group and individually so they have the vocab to say how they feel in the moment. Also, helping them describe their feelings by asking questions (i.e. are you hurt, are you angry, sad…?). It is also good to have choices for smaller children when they have big feelings. “I see you are angry- do you…

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I communicate to co-workers who understand what it is like. I change some things within how or how much I take on and allow others to help when I can. I also make sure to take time away from working and taking care of others when needed.

When the child has adult(s) in their lives who are supportive and listen the child learns more resilience. When there is a caregiver who is helping the child regulate they are able to take negative situations and not allow them to hurt them as much.

I often walk outside on breaks during the work day and I also listen to music that makes me happy and relaxed on the way to work. If I still feel stressed at the end of the day I journal.

I find looking for the things I love about working with children helps me stay focused on why I do it.

LISTEN and RESPECT the child. No man exist that wasn’t once a child. How did you wish you were treated as a child? Have kind but firm limits and boundaries. Children need to know you are in charge, but that doesn’t mean you are the boss on their bodies.

Yes. In case of emergency situations and situations that are relevant to the programs religion or culture.

A crib with a firm mattress and tight fitting sheets or play pin with the mattress it came with.

In Montessori movement is a large part of the curriculum–walking 10 times back and fourth to get the 10 Red Rods or working on the patio to wash cloths and carrying water back and fourth in pitchers and buckets. We also do movement songs, games and yoga regularly.

Making songs to go with your healthy routines, making habits into games and showing enthusiasm yourself when practicing these habits.

I would highlight where things are locked for safety, food safety procedures, and playground equipment safety

Document, go to my supervisor, and call CPS.

School shootings is my biggest fear about safety. I don’t know how you could ever be fully prepared for something like that happening.

Creating and maintaining a good relationship with parents means we need to build trust, welcome all families, have open communication, positive communication, have them involved, build their self-esteem and encourage their competence.

As a parent 3 things I want most from childcare providers are:

-Providing safety

-Respectful of my child

-Cares for him as a whole child

Fears:

-Not being safe

-Mean/cold

-Shames

Once you have created a relationship with the child you can more easily engage with them. Connection is the bases of learning. Then, you can provide purposeful work for the child to engage with, any time they can use hands on materials to learn is best.

Think of your class as a whole and individual children when making your schedule. Observe your routines and see where the challenges are, adjust as needed. Have routines that are clear and constant, but also know that you need to stay flexible when working with children and at times it may benefit your class to adjust your schedule at times.

I believe an organized space is important as young children have a strong sense of order. I also think a quite area where they can be alone and quite is important for children who may feel over stimulated or need a rest during the day.

Its a good idea to have your records prepared and ready. Review them first before creating a draft of what you would like to talk about with families. Be empathetic towards the parents and understand it may be difficult for them to hear that their child is struggling. Have (non-judgmental) examples ready to help the parents understand…

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The more you observe a child the more you will understand who they are. Then, you will be able to adjust what/how you present information to them. Recording your observations will allow you to go back and see progress or lack of progress which will help inform you again how to move forward. It is also great to have the records in case…

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I don;t agree with any screens in childcare. Children learn by touching and doing things with real objects. Screens are the lest effective way for a child to retain or understand information.

When outside you can observe when the child is looking at something in nature. You can then come up to them and talk to them about what they are seeing. Listen to them and also show enthusiasm.

I would tell her that you understand how hard it can be to have many schedules and try to get everywhere on time, but remind her of the school’s policy on late pick up. Offer her resources for after school care or a well known nanny service that may be able to help her during this time of day.

WAC and diversity: 110-300-0160, 110-300-0320, and 110-300-0325 these sections address diversity and acceptance in the classroom, while 110-300-0085 addresses collaboration and communication with families, including incorporation of diversity.

The big messages are children should feel valued for who they are and where they came from. They…

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I like to start the year with an “all about me” form for parents to fill out with their children so I can get a general picture of how they like to spend their time and some traditions they may have.

I also stay away from holiday specific celebrations and do more seasonally themed events.

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1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? That every section is very in depth and a little overwhelming, but if you read though them carefully you will have a very comprehensive understanding of the rules.
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? I was a little surprised by all of the info that must be kept in each…

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