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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Compassion fatigue in early childhood educators in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/compassion-fatigue-in-early-childhood-educators/page/2/#post-2942</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2022 04:02:11 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/compassion-fatigue-in-early-childhood-educators/page/2/#post-2942"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Compassion fatigue in early childhood educators</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>Communication is very important especially with the people around you.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Responsive exchanges with children in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2022 04:00:29 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/responsive-exchanges-with-children/page/2/#post-2941"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Responsive exchanges with children</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>Examples of responsive exchanges include acknowledging the child when they speak, listening to them when they speak, and telling them you will give them your entire attention in a moment—even if you are busy. give them a place that is secure, encouraging, and loving. Assist them in processing their feelings.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Emotional Release for Early Learning Providers in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/emotional-release-for-early-learning-providers/page/2/#post-2940</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2022 03:48:27 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/emotional-release-for-early-learning-providers/page/2/#post-2940"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Emotional Release for Early Learning Providers</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>Dancing, songs, books, deep breaths, activitys.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion - Safest place for a baby to sleep in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/safest-place-for-a-baby-to-sleep/page/3/#post-2900</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 04:22:34 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/safest-place-for-a-baby-to-sleep/page/3/#post-2900"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion - Safest place for a baby to sleep</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>crib with a firm mattress.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Physically Active Classroom in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/physically-active-classroom/page/2/#post-2899</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 04:20:52 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/physically-active-classroom/page/2/#post-2899"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Physically Active Classroom</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>I think it&#8217;s crucial to understand what makes each child special in order to design a developmentally appropriate, enjoyable classroom. You can tweak things to better interest them if you are aware of their individual interests or dislikes.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Healthy habits fun for children in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/healthy-habits-fun-for-children/page/3/#post-2898</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 03:24:16 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/healthy-habits-fun-for-children/page/3/#post-2898"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Healthy habits fun for children</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>Songs and games are ways to make healthy habits fun.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion - Discuss Safety Procedures in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-discuss-safety-procedures/page/3/#post-2842</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 05:36:03 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-discuss-safety-procedures/page/3/#post-2842"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion - Discuss Safety Procedures</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>I&#8217;d want to start by extending a warm greeting to the parents before demonstrating how well we keep kids safe by making sure their surroundings are safe and free of dangers, as well as how active we are in watching over and nurturing the kids. </p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Keeping children healthy and safe in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 03:53:46 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/keeping-children-healthy-and-safe/page/3/#post-2841"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Keeping children healthy and safe</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>My biggest concern about keeping kids safe is that I might unintentionally do something that hinders their capacity for meaningful learning. Additionally, it can be difficult to keep kids physically safe on the playground. There are some things that you may not catch or can be out of your control.</p>
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				<title>Matthew posted an update: </title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 03:23:05 +0000</pubDate>

				
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Positive relationships with families in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/positive-relationships-with-families/page/3/#post-2839</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 03:20:48 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/positive-relationships-with-families/page/3/#post-2839"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Positive relationships with families</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>Being hospitable is the first step in developing a relationship with the families. Start off your conversations with small talk, then move on to discussing the issue in more detail, coming up with solutions as a group, and deciding on a strategy. After that, you can conclude on a positive note so that the families can depart knowing that&hellip;</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion- Get children engaged in meaningful learning in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-get-children-engaged-in-meaningful-learning/page/3/#post-2837</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 01:24:24 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-get-children-engaged-in-meaningful-learning/page/3/#post-2837"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion- Get children engaged in meaningful learning</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>Asking open-ended questions that avoid simple answers can help bring out creative answers from the children. Making sure everyone is included, asking not just one student but the whole class or multiple students.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Good Early learning environment in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/good-early-learning-environment/page/3/#post-2836</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:42:04 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/good-early-learning-environment/page/3/#post-2836"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Good Early learning environment</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>The environment is crucial. Children desire and need to feel secure, just as they are at home. It&#8217;s crucial to arrange the space in a welcoming, cozy manner that encourages learning.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion How to approach a parent about developmental screening of their child? in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/how-to-approach-a-parent-about-developmental-screening-of-their-child/page/3/#post-2835</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:22:34 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/how-to-approach-a-parent-about-developmental-screening-of-their-child/page/3/#post-2835"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> How to approach a parent about developmental screening of their child?</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>cite some instances of the child&#8217;s difficulties. There should be solid, verifiable proof that the child is struggling. Additionally, let them know that you are only worried about their learning environment and that their child is not bad.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion - Observing and documenting a child&#039;s development in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-observing-and-documenting-a-childs-development/page/4/#post-2833</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:21:39 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-observing-and-documenting-a-childs-development/page/4/#post-2833"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion - Observing and documenting a child's development</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p class="">1</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion - Observing and documenting a child&#039;s development in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-observing-and-documenting-a-childs-development/page/4/#post-2832</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:09:40 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-observing-and-documenting-a-childs-development/page/4/#post-2832"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion - Observing and documenting a child's development</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>Children should be observed because they are all very distinct from one another. You can discover a lot about a child&#8217;s learning style, the reasons behind their behaviors, and other things by watching them. You can record information on each of these discrete aspects of a child&#8217;s behavior through documentation.</p>
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				<title>Matthew posted an update: </title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/news-feed/p/4514/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 10:29:18 +0000</pubDate>

				
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Screen time in childcare in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/screen-time-in-childcare/page/3/#post-2822</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 09:20:02 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/screen-time-in-childcare/page/3/#post-2822"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Screen time in childcare</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>At a childcare there should be very little to no screen time as there is no need for it, the children should interact with each other which helps them develop. At home under supervision the screen time can vary but should not be extensive periods of time. </p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion -“Serve and Return” in classrooms in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-serve-and-return-in-classrooms/page/3/#post-2820</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 09:11:44 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-serve-and-return-in-classrooms/page/3/#post-2820"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion -“Serve and Return” in classrooms</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p class="">As a teacher providing the students with activities, toys, books, etc. Interacting with the students is a serve and return.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion What to do when parents are late to pick up their child? in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/what-to-do-when-parents-are-late-to-pick-up-their-child/page/4/#post-2818</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 07:22:37 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/what-to-do-when-parents-are-late-to-pick-up-their-child/page/4/#post-2818"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> What to do when parents are late to pick up their child?</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>I will communicate to parents; I understand that it is sometimes there are things that are out of your control but if it&#8217;s happening semi-frequently then its something we have to work out together. Finding a solution together may help get the problem solved. For example, maybe someone else picks them up or you give notice to someone else.</p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion - Diversity and Colloboration in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-diversity-and-colloboration/page/4/#post-2815</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 06:42:34 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-diversity-and-colloboration/page/4/#post-2815"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion - Diversity and Colloboration</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>1. &lt;b style=&#8221;font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(&#8211;bb-body-text-color);&#8221;&gt;WAC 110-300-0160 addresses promoting diversity</p>
<p>&lt;b style=&#8221;color: var(&#8211;bb-body-text-color); font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;&#8221;&gt;2. They want to promote diversity in a positive way, whether <b>it&#8217;s</b>&lt;b style=&#8221;color: var(&#8211;bb-body-text-color);&hellip;</p>
<p><span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-4505"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/trainer-monitored-discussion-diversity-and-colloboration/page/4/#post-2815" rel="nofollow"> Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Peer Review - Four Corners Activity in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/peer-review-four-corners-activity/page/2/#post-2814</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 06:30:02 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/peer-review-four-corners-activity/page/2/#post-2814"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Peer Review - Four Corners Activity</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>1. Strongly Agree</p>
<p>A multicultural education curriculum should be in place in every school.</p>
<p>All learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs.</p>
<p>2. Agree</p>
<p>Families should not be expected to be involved in classroom activities.</p>
<p>The United States should discontinue relations with countries that engage in human rights&hellip;</p>
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				<title>Matthew posted an update: </title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/news-feed/p/4502/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 03:20:38 +0000</pubDate>

				
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				<title>Matthew replied to the discussion Trainer Monitored Discussion -WACS influence on your day-to-day practice in the forum Child Care Basics-WA</title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/author-monitored-discussion/page/4/#post-2811</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 03:04:38 +0000</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class = "activity-discussion-title-wrap"><a href="https://ececommunity.org/groups/child-care-basics/forum/discussion/author-monitored-discussion/page/4/#post-2811"><span class="bb-reply-lable">Reply to</span> Trainer Monitored Discussion -WACS influence on your day-to-day practice</a></p> <div class="bb-content-inr-wrap"><p>I found the WAC to be a very detailed and great resource to reference when needed. What surprised me a little bit is the number of rules and regulations that goes into a childcare.  I can see how it can influence my daily life as this resource can help make decisions. If I am ever in doubt about a decision coming back to the WAC and using it can help me.</p>
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				<title>Matthew posted an update: </title>
				<link>https://ececommunity.org/news-feed/p/4500/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 02:12:29 +0000</pubDate>

				
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