Principles of growth
Girls enter puberty at age
8-13
Child care facilities must have
What is a food and nutrition policy
Boys enter puberty at age
10-15
Talk to parents about their child's
What is food preferences and any food allergies
How does growth proceed
top downward and from the center outward
Be sure to allow plenty of time in the daily schedule for
what is indoor and outdoor physical activities
Ensure an appropriate environent is available that can
accommodate physical play and activities
Informing parents daily about the
foods and snacks their child ate