Kid City Basics
Where do the chicken keys live?
In the office! Please return them there as soon as you're done using them. DO NOT stick them in your pocket and take them home.
Remember that the kitchen door, the door to the back room, and exterior doors should remain locked at all times.
When do we go to the library?
Mondays! Except the first week.
True or false: If a camper is having a difficult time, first check to see if their biological needs are met
True
When does camp start and end?
Drop off is 7:30-9; pick up is 4-5:30
True or false: when your campers are done with the craft you can do whatever you want until the next activity
False - keep them entertained and engaged!
What are beads used for?
To incentivize the kiddos! We hand out beads to reward "good" behavior and encourage it to keep happening. Beads can be traded in for prizes on Friday afternoons.
When are each group's pool days?
Original - Tuesday and Thursday
Quest - Wednesday and Friday
True or False: A goal at Kid City is to help campers feel anxiety in the right way
True
When are our staff meetings?
Wednesdays from 5:30-6
True or false: we should let the kids watch Coraline because it's PG!
False: even if a movie is PG it may not be appropriate for all ages - some of the younger kiddos get scared easily and we have to keep in mind that a movie is for the group!
Also, just never let the kids suggest a movie.What's the shout we do to get the group's attention?
Hey, ho, shh
What is trail group time?
STRUCTURED activity time with your trail group. The purpose of this time is to get to know your kids and for them to get to know each other.
What are the three big rules Amy told us Wednesday morning?
Protect the team, no whining or complaining, be early (show up)
What are our ratios?
Kinders 1:6
1st-4th 1:8
5th-7th 1:10
True or false: a great way to compliment a camper's artwork is by guessing what it's supposed to be
False!
Hydrate or ______
DIEDRATE
Who is responsible for reading the activity descriptions and being prepared to lead crafts/games?
EVERYONE!!!
What are the benefits of giving realistic choices to campers?
Give campers power and buy in (and many others)
What is the 2 deep rule?
Staff members should never be alone with a child in a private place (rooms with windows/outside is fine). Instead there should be at least 2 campers with a staff member.
This kid just isn't into this project - what do I do? (3 things)
Suggest it be a gift, change it to suit their interests, incentivize it
How often do we sunscreen the kids?
Every kid needs to be in a seat (can double them up)
If there aren’t enough seats they need to sit on the floor
When you get on the bus, let the driver know how many kids and adults you have
DESIGNATE SOMEONE TO HAVE THE PASSES (often the activity coordinator)
Name one aspect of being mentally healthy
Having the tools in place for difficulty and discomfort, recognizing emotional pain serves a purpose, emotional pain is acceptable, emotional pain is not an indicator that something is wrong with a person
What is the procedure for an emergency (life-threatening conditions, major injuries, threatening intruder, etc.)
1. 911 (check-call-care)
2. Call the parents/guardians of campers involved
3. Call Julien, Kaitlynn, or Sam
4. If none of us answer call Amy
5. If Amy doesn't answer call the recreation division director (Becky)
6. If she doesn't answer call the main Parks office.
I thought this camper loved art but now they're ignoring it like broccoli - what do I do? (3 things)
Describe learning and practice processes, highlight strengths, acknowledge progress