Culture
Principles and beliefs that guide our behavior. AKA "rules" about right/wrong.
Values
What is a "critical window"?
Time when a child should "typically" be hitting a marker for development.
Which of these is NOT an example of giving choices to kids?
1) Do you want to have your dinner on a big plate or a bowl?
2) Do you want to go to the park with the swings or the park down the street with the trees?
3) Do you want to clean your room before our guests arrive?
4) Do you need help putting your shoes on or do you want to try it yourself?
3) Do you want to clean your room before our guests arrive?
Confusing to give a choice about something that is not a request.
Define "empathy."
When one person can understand the emotions, needs and desires of another person
Name one lesson you will take from parenting classes.
X
Name at least 2 of the 6 things that make up a person's culture.
Traditions, Ethnicity, Gender, Family of Origin, Religion, Socio-Economic Level
List 2 ways to help your child develop language. (If your child is older than 5- list 2 ways to help your child develop socially.)
Social: Normalize "taboo" subjects in order to let kids feel comfortable to talk about them; encourage interaction with kids their own age; support kids with social problems, teach boundaries!
What are 3 ways to increase a child's "personal power"? (AKA- self esteem and self worth?)
Treat kids with respect, dignity; Praise for being and for doing; Give child opportunities for success; Encourage your child to take responsibility for their feelings; Provide them with choices and consequences; Listen and talk to your child; Respect their space and bodies; Be nurturing and consistent when teaching appropriate behaviors
How do we help kids develop empathy? (Name at least 2 ways)
Labelling emotions; asking what they think; responding consistently and quickly to all needs; Identify The Feeling; comfort/acknowledge their emotion
What does it mean when we say "anger is a secondary emotion?"
A secondary emotion shows up to protect us from the primary emotion. For example, anger often protects us from fear. This is especially if it is a survival mechanism as a result of how we were raised/our environment.
The part of each person that feels a great attachment to or a part of something greater than themselves. Purpose/meaning!
Spirituality
What are the 5 food groups? (Hint- 4 groups plus dairy)
Starch/Carbohydrate; Protein; Fat; Vegetable; Dairy (for some)
Name the 5 kinds of rewards for kids.
Praise (Words that tell our child their behavior is good)
Touch (Gentle touch like hugs, kisses, pat on the back)
Privileges (Bonuses for desirable behavior-staying up late, extra toy time, etc)
Objects (Toys, stickers, treats)
Allowance (Helps teach money management- for children 11+)
What are the 6 human needs? (HINT: SPICES!)
SOCIAL, PHYSICAL, INTELLECTUAL, CREATIVE, EMOTIONAL, SPIRITUAL
Your teenaged daughter (15) gets caught sneaking out and won't tell you where she's going. She is typically a good kid- good grades, honest and communicative, loves her siblings, gets along with her parents. What is your first move to discipline her?
Be curious with her about what is going on. Reinforce the curfew rules. Explain the reason for the rules. Take away a privilege.
Difference between Morals, Beliefs, and Values
Morals: Right from wrong; societal truths
Beliefs: personal or group acceptance of something as a fact
Values: Personal principles or standards
What are 2 ways that inappropriate expectations might affect a child?
Low self worth/self esteem; Difficulty in accepting positive recognition; Angry or avoidant attachment; Difficulty in recognizing/expressing emotions; Consistent feelings of failure, can’t please others; Performance-based identity
Name 2 ways to discipline a child.
Which of the following is NOT an example of an Emotional Need?
Love, Praise, Security, Financial Growth, Trust, Autonomy
Financial Growth
The parent I want to be is...
X
What is the word when we show appropriate moral behavior for children to mimic?
Modelling
List 1 of the 5 major brain parts.
Cortex, Limbic System, Midbrain, Cerebellum, Brain Stem
What is a belief or lesson that a child might receive from a parent who uses physical punishment?
Teaches child that they are unacceptable.; Teaches them that when they mess up, they deserve violence.; Teaches kids that violence is an answer for conflict. Fear develops in the parent/child relationship.
Name a way you can tell a child is not getting their needs met.
Crying/tantrum, emotionally shutting down, uncharacteristic behavior, aggression/anger, whining/clinging/hoarding, appears "manipulative", being uncooperative, hurting himself/herself or someone else, isolating themselves from family, lying/sneaking
What is the name of Russ's cat?
Mozzarella