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  • Paula pineda

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    May 15, 2024 at 5:04 am in reply to: Emotional regulation in children

    Whenever my daughter cries with frustration, I cuddle with her, I take her hands and we both breathe consciously, then we sit on the floor and give each other a hug, we talk about what happened and I validate her emotions with respect and love

  • Paula pineda

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    May 15, 2024 at 4:14 am in reply to: Responsive exchanges with children

    Child: “I fell and got hurt.”

    Adult: “That must have been hard. I’m here to help you. Do you want a hug or do you need me to help you feel better?”

  • Paula pineda

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    May 15, 2024 at 1:37 am in reply to: Children learn through relationships

    Build personal relationships with each child, recognizing their strengths, interests and unique personalities. Adapting to each child’s individual needs creates a sense of connection and trust.

  • in a baby crib with a firm mattress, without stuffed animals on the sides

  • Paula pineda

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    May 14, 2024 at 1:35 am in reply to: Keeping children healthy and safe

    the internet, child predators, school shootings, hurting each other

  • Paula pineda

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    May 13, 2024 at 10:19 pm in reply to: Positive relationships with families

    Both parents and childcare providers should be approachable and open to feedback or concerns raised by the other party. Creating a safe and supportive environment encourages open communication and collaboration

  • Paula pineda

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    May 13, 2024 at 8:42 pm in reply to: Expectations from your child's provider

    I would like them to provide a safe and reliable place, where they increase their creativity through play, reading and music, and also respect their traditions or culture.

  • Taking learning outdoors and incorporate nature into lessons. Outdoor exploration, nature walks, gardening, and outdoor games. Integrating music and movement activities into lessons to engage children both physically and cognitively. Singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments

  • Star with empathy, offer information about what developmental screening entails, emphasizing that it’s a standard practice recommended by pediatricians to ensure that children are meeting developmental milestones.

  • Recognizing early signs and difficulties in children, how they integrate with other children, what their abilities and skills are and which ones they do not yet have, how they express their emotions.

  • Paula pineda

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    May 9, 2024 at 3:32 am in reply to: What to do when parents are late to pick up their child?
    • Reinforce the importance of punctuality and adherence to pick-up times, highlighting the impact of late pickups on the staff’s schedules and the program’s operations. However, do so in a non-judgmental and supportive manner, focusing on the shared goal of ensuring the smooth functioning of the program for all families.
  • Washington Administrative Code 110-300-0100: Collaboration with families and communities.

    WAC 110-300-0200 : Cultural diversity must be re

    I would integrate the child in a respectful way as far as I can, asking them where they came from, what they like and what makes them happy, what music they listen to, what their favorite food is.
    I would try to learn some words in their language to get closer to them and make them feel that they are accepted and welcome