[morgan hossler]

Since each child is different, each one should be approached differently when they need help regulating their emotions. You can’t hold a hot tea kettle, just as you can’t explain anything to a fired up child. Helping them calm down first is always a good step before continuing anything with them. Some children want to talk through what is upsetting them while others just want comfort from you until they’re ready to speak. Being there for them, listening when they’re ready, suggesting different things to help are all good ways to help a child.

[morgan hossler]

Having overall guidance lines from the “easy” to more serious situations would be wise to have, just to have as back-up or protection in general. Serious issues where a child could harm themself or their classmates are a matter where written guidance would be beneficial along with many other situations.

[morgan hossler]

Crib with a firm mattress

[morgan hossler]

Showing them the awareness you an your coworkers have for the children is a good start. By actively pointed out different safety measures you have for their physical impact and well as you handle any children interaction while in the presence of the parents is key (That is to say, you shouldn’t act anything but your best around children even without a witness) Answering any questions promptly while showing our ow safety regulations are also good things to show to the parents. Children’s safety is always the priority, make that known.

[morgan hossler]

Being involved with whatever the child are doing is a great way to keep them engaged. Whether it’s acting out whatever you’re talking about, or doing pieces of a craft with them, showing the children your own excitement can help them become more involved in the activity as well. Having them say ideas about the topics, using them as examples, giving them small tasks to assist each other are also other ideas to help engage the children.

[morgan hossler]

Observing the children within a learning center helps you develop a bond with them while being actively aware of where they are in their learning development. This can help you create custom learning plans for each child while showing your care and awareness for their individual needs. Documenting their progress or any hiccups in their learning can help you continue to find different ways to encourage their growth socially and academically. Documentation is a good way of showing progress and proof for the child’s learning.

[morgan hossler]

By creating a safe environment, you can show the children they can be themselves around you. By listening and encouraging, you can provide an environment where they can each grow in their individuality. Whether is be through playing, stories, circle time, encouraging the children to think for themselves and find new ideas can help grow them as individuals.

[morgan hossler]

It’s very important to make sure both the children and the parents feel welcome in the environment. Being open about yourself while also showing a willingness to listen to their views are great ways to start developing a bond and a safe environment for all those involved. Finding ways to appease new comers using all the senses can also show your willingness to do what it takes to help both children and their families.

[morgan hossler]

1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? -Covering everything, as long as you know how to find it, there is very little need to worry about not knowing how to do something or learn what to do in certain situations. Everything is organized to neatly and detailed as to make it as clear as possible for many different scenarios.

2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? -I remember from what I was a child looking over different papers and such family members had about childhood education and so forth, now going into it myself, it’s amazing how much more there is to it and the amount of care and detail placed into making sure children are provided for and kept safe. While it’s not a specific surprise, it’s a welcomed one.

3. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not? -Yes, as someone who tend to fret about following rules to the dot, knowing there is a place for almost all my questions and knowing how to navigate it is a blessing.