The Founders for Early Childhood
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Fun Early Childhood Trivia!
Children Interactions
100

According to early childhood experts, what is considered the primary "work" of early childhood?

Play!

100

Can two teachers in the same room be off at the same time?

No

100

When should a child be rechecked after sustaining an injury?

Within 1-2 hours after the incident.

100

Who is the best-selling children's book author of all time!

Dr. Seuss

100

It’s the end of center time. One child, Riley, is upset and throws crayons across the table when asked to clean up.

A. “You’ll stay inside next time if you can’t listen.”

B. “That’s not okay. You need to go sit in the quiet chair.”

C. “I see you’re upset. Let’s clean up together and talk about what’s bothering you.”





C. “I see you’re upset. Let’s clean up together and talk about what’s bothering you.”

200

Why is early childhood important in Erikson’s theory?


  • Early experiences help shape children’s emotional, social, and personality development.





200
  • “How far in advance do you need to submit a time-off request form?”

2 Weeks

200

Based on Goddard's standards, children must be supervised by _____ and ____ 100% of the time

Sight and sound

200

What is "ROYGBIV"

The colors in the Rainbow!

Red,Orange,Yellow,Green,Blue,Indigo and Violet


200

A 4-year-old child is having trouble sharing blocks with another child. The teacher should:

  • A. Help the children take turns and use words to solve the problem. 
  • B. Take all the blocks away.
  • C. Tell the children they cannot play together.
  • D. Choose one child to keep the blocks.
  • A. Help the children take turns and use words to solve the problem. 
300

There are “three teachers” in the Reggio Emilia approach, they are

  1. *The child
  2. *The teacher
  3. * ?

environment: The environment is considered a “third teacher” because it encourages exploration, creativity, and learning.

300

Should teachers take phone calls or send/text messages while in the classroom?

NO!!!!

If you need to take a phone call or respond to a text message, please step out of the classroom. If you are counted in the classroom ratio, contact the front office so that a member of management can step in before you leave the room.

300

Name to Face should be done with children as they move through a threshold.

TRUE 

300

In the original 1902 Peter Rabbit book by Beatrix Potter, what specific vegetable does Peter gorge on right before Mr. McGregor chases him?


Radishes.


300

A 3-year-old child throws toys when they are frustrated. What is the best teacher response?

  • A. Yell at the child to stop.
  • B. Calmly stop the behavior, acknowledge the feeling, and teach a safe way to express frustration. 
  • C. Ignore the child completely.
  • D. Take away all toys for the day.
  • B. Calmly stop the behavior, acknowledge the feeling, and teach a safe way to express frustration. 
400

What is the importance of practical life activities in Montessori?


Practical life activities help children develop everyday skills such as dressing, cleaning, pouring, and caring for their environment.

400

“What time should teacher be in their classroom, prepared and ready to work, if their shift starts at 8:30?”

8:05.

400

Which items at The Goddard School must be labeled with a child's name?

Topical Products-(Diaper cream, Sunscreen,Lotion)

Lunch Boxes

Cups

Pacifiers

Bottles

400

What is one of the strongest predictors of positive outcomes for young children?

  • A. Expensive toys
  • B. A caring, responsive adult
  • C. Screen time
  • D. Flashcards

B. A caring, responsive adult

400

A 2-year-old child has a tantrum because they cannot have a toy. What is the most appropriate teacher response?

  • A. Stay calm, acknowledge the child’s feelings, and help them calm down. 
  • B. Give the toy immediately to stop the crying.
  • C. Tell the child they are being bad.
  • D. Ignore the child until they stop.
  • A. Stay calm, acknowledge the child’s feelings, and help them calm down. 
500

What are the three parts of Peirce’s sign theory?

Sign – something that represents an idea or object.

Object – the thing the sign refers to.

Interpretant – the meaning a person creates from the sign.

500

Why is it important to go to the restroom while on your lunch break?

So that it does not delay your co-teacher's break or the start of the afternoon.

500

Where should cleaning solutions be kept?

Out of the reach of children.(Goddard)

In a locked cabinet (State)

500

Which famous toy was originally designed as an architectural learning tool?

  • A. Lincoln Logs
  • B. LEGO® bricks
  • C. Tinkertoys
  • D. Play-Doh

B. LEGO® bricks

500

A child screams and drops to the floor during transition time. What teacher action shows a positive interaction?

  • A. “Stop that right now!”
  • B. “I see you are upset. We are moving to the next activity. Would you like to walk or hold my hand?” 
  • C. Leave the child alone for a long time.
  • D. Threaten the child with punishment.
  • B. “I see you are upset. We are moving to the next activity. Would you like to walk or hold my hand?”