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Parenting Style
Parent-Child Communication
Challenges in Communication
Iconic TV Parents/Guardians
100

This play enhances social-emotional and language skills.

Cooperative Play

100

Name the style.

"Because I said so."

Authoritarian/Brick Wall Family

100

The use of words to let others know what you want or need.

Verbal Communication

100

Children who are unable to hear may be taught another language.

Sign Language - American Sign Language (ASL)

100

Cam Tucker and Mitchell Pritchett

Modern Family

Cam's free-spirit sensitivity balances well with Mitchell's practicality, and both take the time to communicate with the other when they have an issue. Parenting as a team requires constant dialogue about what works and what doesn't, plus how to fix it.

200

A child playing while running their hands through sand is engaging in...

Sensory Play

200

Name the style.

"Do whatever you want."

Permissive/Jellyfish Family

200

When someone is nodding, smiling and waiting, they are...

Listening

200

The result of words and actions not matching.

Mixed Message

200

Molly and Arthur Weasley

Harry Potter

They took Harry into their lives and home right from the start, and always treated him like their own son. They protected him and loved him just like they did any of their own. Although they had little money, they always made sure their kids were healthy and happy.

300

This type of play allows children to see the world through the eyes of others.

Pretend Play

300

Name the style:

"Let's talk about it"

Authoritative/Backbone Family

300

The way you use your body, gestures, eye contact, facial expressions, posture and tone of voice to convey a message.

Non-Verbal Communication

300

Tools to help individuals who have a visual impairment learn to communicate and read. (3)

Braille, audio books, books with large print

300

(Uncle) Phil Banks and (Aunt) Vivian Banks

Fresh Prince of Bel Air

Phil and Vivian were able to offset tough love with humor. Both of them knew when to be sensitive, when to be brutally honest, and how to treat any child like their own.

400

Children are often amazed at what they can do.

Creative Play

400

The parenting style that is linked to the most positive outcomes for children long-term.

Authoritative Parenting / Backbone Family

400

Name 3 reasons for communication.

- Exchange information

- Express/share feelings

- To explain

- To socialize

- To give comfort and reassurance


400

The assessment and treatment of communication problems and speech disorders.

Speech Therapy

400

Stef and Lena Adams

The Fosters


They were both incredible, supportive parents who never stopped fighting for their kids – whether they were biological, adopted, or fostered. They were open with their kids, and talked to them about important and difficult issues.

500

This type of play allows children to change and alter toys.

Manipulative Play

500

According to Barbara Colorosso, the three (3) vital ingredients to parenting are:

Time, affection, optimism

500
The reason observing is important in communication.

To pay attention to non-verbal cues

500

The purpose of speaking slowly and clearly to others.

To provide opportunities for others to read lips.

500

Amy and Alan Matthews

Boy Meets World

Mr. and Mrs. Matthews were laid-back but regularly involved. Although they usually kept their distance, they always stepped in whenever Cory, Eric, or Morgan needed a bit of direction.