Physical Development
Name 3 differences between toddler and preschool physical development
taller, flatter stomachs, thinner, legs/arms are growing
How do children learn best?
By doing, and by imitating role models
What is redirection?
Name the 3 levels of Kohlberg's moral development.
Pre-conventional Moral Reasoning: emphasizing rewards and punishments “looks out for number one” 2. Conventional MR: emphasizing social rules “Law & Order” “Good Girl” “Good Boy” 3. Post-Conventional MR: emphasizing moral principles, understands ethical principles
List three considerations in choosing food for toddlers
Small bites, colorful and creative, introduce in small amounts
List 4 activities that helps build fine motor skills
writing, cutting, clay, puzzles, legos, manipulatives, stringing beads
What is subjective observation?
Recording behavior with observer's opinions, feelings, and interpretations
If you are upset at work, what should you do?
Isolate yourself, breathe!, calm down, contact supervisor, if necessary.
Name Eric Erickson's 3rd Stage of social-emotional development
Initiative VS. Guilt: Children undertake new skills and feel guilty when they fail
List three considerations in choosing clothing for toddlers.
Soft and loose, large openings, velcro
What is the penalty for reporting suspected abuse if it is determined nothing was abusive?
No penalty. There IS a penalty for NOT reporting within 24 hours of the initial report or suspicion.
What is objective observation?
Evidence-based, actual behavior, spoken words, actions
Hunger, fatigue, desire for control, attention, or even out of fear
List three types of discipline
What is the best strategy for helping toddlers develop?
1. Who are children usually abused by? 2. A stranger comes to pick up a child. What should you do?
1. Someone they know. 2. Contact parent/guardian. Note description of person, vehicle, ck ID.
Why give children choices?
To allow them to develop decision-making skills and confidence in their own thinking.
A child begins hitting others. What do you do?
ACT IMMEDIATELY. Isolate the children, set boundaries, time out.
Word for teaching appropriate, acceptable behavior
Discipline
What flavor foods do preschoolers prefer?
Sweet and salty
Name 3 people who are mandated reporters for child abuse
teachers, doctors, nurses, social workers, guidance counselors, anyone who works with children
What are learning centers?
Designated, organized areas w/in classroom for hands-on, play-based learning
What should you say to a parent/guardian of a child who is having problems at preschool?
Start with GOOD THINGS! Then explain the issues.
List three types of PLAY
Active, Rough and tumble, Dramatic and pretending, On-looker, Solitary, Parallel, Cooperative
List three types of discipline styles
1. Permissive, or Laissez-Faire 2. Authoritative-Boundaries, open communication and nurturing 3. Authoritarian--very strict, obedience only