This play enhances social-emotional and language skills.
Cooperative Play
Name the style.
"Because I said so."
Authoritarian/Brick Wall Family
The use of words to let others know what you want or need.
Verbal Communication
Children who are unable to hear may be taught another language.
Sign Language - American Sign Language (ASL)
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.
A child playing while running their hands through sand is engaging in...
Sensory Play
Name the style.
"Do whatever you want."
Permissive/Jellyfish Family
When someone is nodding, smiling and waiting, they are...
Listening
The result of words and actions not matching.
Mixed Message
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.
This type of play allows children to see the world through the eyes of others.
Pretend Play
Name the style:
"Let's talk about it"
Authoritative/Backbone Family
The way you use your body, gestures, eye contact, facial expressions, posture and tone of voice to convey a message.
Non-Verbal Communication
Tools to help individuals who have a visual impairment learn to communicate and read. (3)
Braille, audio books, books with large print
(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.
Children are often amazed at what they can do.
Creative Play
The parenting style that is linked to the most positive outcomes for children long-term.
Authoritative Parenting / Backbone Family
Name 3 reasons for communication.
- Exchange information
- Express/share feelings
- To explain
- To socialize
- To give comfort and reassurance
The assessment and treatment of communication problems and speech disorders.
Speech Therapy
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.
This type of play allows children to change and alter toys.
Manipulative Play
According to Barbara Colorosso, the three (3) vital ingredients to parenting are:
Time, affection, optimism
To pay attention to non-verbal cues
The purpose of speaking slowly and clearly to others.
To provide opportunities for others to read lips.
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.