Share the focus (when they show you something i.e. a toy, book, or make an animal sound), support and encourage (when they serve you pretend food you can say thank you, giving them a positive facial expression, or motion – helping & playing with them), name it (what they are pointing to or showing interest in – what they are seeing, feeling,…

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Role-play what frustrated or anxious behavior looks like, and then practice self-calming techniques with the child, use a feeling chart – teaching how emotions often grow in intensity from happy to frustrated to angry, do a “body check,” and provide exercise and play activities that integrate visual information with fine and gross motor movements.

• Foster positive self-identity and a sense of emotional well-being through having all cultures represented in toys/dolls and by sharing different food as well.

• Develop social skills and knowledge through activities, waiting for turns, using manners, and so on.

• Enhance physical development and skills by offering age/developmentally…

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Most definitely. In several cases such as emergencies, illnesses, accidents, injuries, and behavioral just to name a few.

1. How are observation and knowledge of individual development connected? Observation and knowledge of a child’s development are connected as they provide important insights into a child’s unique characteristics, learning styles, and developmental stages/progress.
2. How can understanding a child’s development inform teaching and caring for that child?…

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I would give them a warm and sincere welcome to school and introduce myself. I would give them a tour both inside and outside while sharing the fun and exciting things their child will get to experience and highlight how we will meet the child where they are in their developmental journey. I would review our safety and emergency procedures…

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Use a firm, flat, and level sleep surface, covered only by a fitted sheet

1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? It was much more in-depth than I would have imagined. It seems to be an incredibly helpful and insightful resource.
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? No. It is imperative to have standards and regulations in place to ensure the safety of children and their…

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