[Jaci Peifer]

Once the child is calmed down, I think talking about it and asking questions is a good idea to help the child realize and think about what happened. Role play is a good way to let kids see what emotions are without genuinely experiencing them at that moment.

[Jaci Peifer]

I need alone time, and to talk with someone about it. Meditation and reading are big helpers at home. While at work, if I can find a few minutes to myself, by letting my lead teacher know, I can go outside for some breathing and quiet time.

[Jaci Peifer]

Asking questions of a child during a conversation or play so that they can continue to talk about what is interesting them. Make eye contact as much as possible. Acknowledging a child, even if it is to say “I will be with you shortly”, so that they are being heard and not ignored.

[Jaci Peifer]

I like to go on a quick outside break and do some breathing. Reading, sewing, and listening to soft music is also helpful.

[Jaci Peifer]

Yes, so that we know the policies on behavioral issues, emergency situations, and illnesses

[Jaci Peifer]

a crib or playpen with a soft firm mattress that snugs up to the walls of the crib so that there aren’t any gaps for the baby to fall into.

[Jaci Peifer]

Songs or rhyming games that involve actions are a great attention grabber and most kids enjoy them both, especially when the teachers are actively involved

[Jaci Peifer]

I would show them the fire exit strategy, storage for toys, art supplies, and cleaning supplies, and I would take them outside to see the fenced play yard.

[Jaci Peifer]

My biggest worry at childcare is that something will be missed and a child gets injured and/or scared and may impact the relationship we have with the families.

[Jaci Peifer]

3 things I would want the childcare provider to do for my child

1. Have patience

2. Play

3. Treat him the way the childcare provider would treat their own child

3 things I would be afraid of by leaving my child

1. Neglect, by either inattention or lack of interest

2. My kids being bored all day and miserable

3. Other kids being mean or demanding all the attention from childcare providers

[Jaci Peifer]

Kids are very curious and often wonder what others are doing. I would encourage kids to join in fun by asking questions about what it is I (or others) am doing, and then ask if they can do it also. I think treasure hunts are fun and can be made easy or more difficult for each age group, and it’s a hide and seek game that many kids enjoy.

[Jaci Peifer]

I believe that a quiet place and an active place are important for the environment. There will be a time when kids need quiet and other times when they need some action.

[Jaci Peifer]

Observing children will give a teacher the information she will need to help each child progress with their strengths. Documenting these things will help keep track of growth and/or setbacks and will help keep information organized for teachers and parents.

[Jaci Peifer]

I don’t believe that screen time should be an option in the childcare setting. It doesn’t make sense to have it, unless for an educational purpose, like learning animal behavior, or dance along videos that promote action.

[Jaci Peifer]

I think that anything can be serve and return. A child who wants to read can bring you a book and you can read. A child who wants to color, we can bring coloring books and crayons and do it with them, etc. Interactive play can be easy and fun with whatever is available in the classroom.