[Macie Carlson]

When approaching a parent about the developmental screening of a child by first telling them what things the child needs to work on (not belittling the child), improvements that are needed, etc. I would then follow that up with what the child is good or excelling at. I think it would also be a good idea to have documentation/notes ready.

[Macie Carlson]

Observing and documenting a child’s behavior can help providers to give them what they need in the future to help a child grow. It can help them deal with difficult situations that might appear in time.

[Macie Carlson]

My thoughts on screen time in childcare are that it is only okay in small periods of time. It should be educational, and should be teaching the child something of value. I do not think screen time is a good thing in childcare if you are using it to distract a child. There are plenty of other things to distract a child with; books, toys, talking, games, etc.

[Macie Carlson]

When a child shows you something, it is important to return by encouraging them by saying words of affirmation and showing them you are focusing on the same thing as they are.