Label the emotions, sympathize with them, and offer solutions to help resolve those feelings.

Having people to turn to that can listen to you and offer solutions when you feel at the end of your rope.

Spend time playing, talking, listening and interacting with me helps my child to better learn key life skills such as communicating, thinking, solving problems, moving and being with other children and grown-ups. And when I play with my child, it builds the relationship.

Taking a step back and placing a child in a safe place ten feet away can help me calm down. That, or having a quick snack if part of my stress is caused from hunger.

greet the child warmly, schedule in Special Time so the child feels seen, and ask for the child’s help in simple activities so they feel included.

In the event of an emergency, or during a typical day when the child is feeling distressed and you need a little extra help in calming them down and redirecting their attention.

You must use a crib, bassinet or portable play yard with a firm, flat mattress and a fitted sheet.

Introducing fun, appropriate songs that children can sing along to, as well as dance to

I can make healthy habits fun by implementing songs to sing along to and making these habits a group activity so children feel like they’re involved in something of the norm and fun.

I would first welcome them warmly, show them our emergency plan and evacuation exits, the handwash area, the bathroom and play areas to show their cleanliness, and the other children at the daycare to show how comfortable the kids are being there.

I would discuss symptoms first with the director and supervisor of the daycare to see if they have observed, or have experience with those symptoms. From there, I would discuss them with the family, and report should their reaction be apathetic, or should the symptoms remain or worsen in the child.

I worry that a decision I will make for the child will end up harming them or causing them inordinate distress.

Being open and honest with the child’s caregivers. When they feel like they are in the loop, they will return that openness, which will make resolving any conflicts easier because both parties are aware that you both care for the child and want what’s best for them.

Three things I would want from a provider: 1. Attention from the provider so that my child always feels heard and seen, and can be assisted in an emergency should one occur2. Plenty of knowledge on childhood development, as well as an appreciation and respect for it3. A great deal of patienceThree fears: 1. A provider that is prone to… Read more

Ask them open-ended questions so they can think about their answers, and observe what activities they favor, or what their caregivers say they favor to encourage them to engage in activities

Consistent routines, familiar toys, and active supervision can help to maintain and create a daily schedule for children.

Structured routines are so important for a child to feel comfortable and safe in a learning environment.

Some good ways to approach a parent about developmental screening includes creating a script with a coworker and supervisor, presenting consistent and objective observations as evidence to consider, and speaking with compassion and patience with the parents.

Observing the children in our care allows us to scaffold our teaching and care of the children so that we can meets their needs effectively and give them a good developmental experience.

Through consistent and constant observation so that should an issue arise, or a child needs more than one adult for help, that issue can be quickly resolved. Listening actively by making eye contact and speaking clearly while repeating what the child said can communicate to the child that not only are you engaging with them, but also shows… Read more

I believe it is better to avoid screen time with children, and limit access as much as possible until those children are able to make better informed decisions. Access to the internet especially can be rather damaging, and it’s important to communicate with your child how to interact with the internet when they eventually gain unsupervised access.

Family engagementAuthentic family engagement requires an overall program philosophy that values partnerships with families at all levels of the program: administrative, teaching and support, program policy, and in the design and use of physical space. Parent involvement cannot be delegated to a small number of staff members. It is everyone’s… Read more