What ages are Toddlers and Preschoolers respectively?
Toddlers are 1-2 years old, Preschoolers are 3-5 years old
*What are the developmental differences?*
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why do children not want to go to sleep?
May miss out on something fun or important, Not tired, Afraid of dark, Lonely – want companionship, Assert own independence
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What is a fear of strangers called?
Stranger Anxiety
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Why is fat needed in young children's diets?
Fat is needed for brain development
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How big should a toddlers portion size be in comparison to an adult's?
1/4 to 1/2 the size
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How does body proportion and posture change by age 3?
Between 2 and 3 Chest becomes larger
Arms, legs, and torso become longer
Stronger spines
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why do children take naps?
to keep from getting overly tired, helps them sleep better at night
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What is it called when a child gets very upset after being left alone by his or her caregivers?
Separation Anxiety
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When should formula or breast milk be stopped and whole cow's milk introduced?
12-14 months. *Why wait until now?
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When do naps start disappearing?
Around 3 years of age
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How many teeth does a child have by age 1? Age 2? Age 3?
8--16--20
What affects their quality?
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What can you do to help a child fall asleep?
1 hour of restful activities Back rub, Quiet talks, Bath, Story, Song, Review
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Why can having a vivid imagination cause fear in a child?
Children don't know the difference between what is real and what is imaginary
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How can pesticides effect children?
They can cause long term neurological damage, developmental and reproductive disorders
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What can you do to ease a child's fears?
Acknowledge the fear, Do not discount the fear, Respond with confidence, Do not ask questions or give long explanations, Do not try to track down the fear
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What should their dental care look like at its different stages?
take to dentist 6 months after first tooth
First, wipe off teeth with cloth or use finger brush
1st tooth brush Toddler-sized, Use twice a day
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What is the difference between nightmares and night terrors?
During a night terror a child is not really awake
*What can you do to ease each?
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What is the chief fear of preschool and elementary students? What can be a cause of it?
Loss of Love / Divorce
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What should you avoid putting in a toddler's diet?