CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
PRACTICE EXAM CORRECT 100%
Sean, a three year old in your preschool class, recently broke his arm and is in a cast.
The doctor has cleared Sean to return to school with only minor restrictions, however
his mother is very concerned he will be further injured and has asked that you assure
her he will not be bumped or pushed while at school and to keep him in for recess for
the next 8 weeks.
You realize her requests will be a bit difficult to honor and will most likely upset Sean
unnecessarily when he realizes he cannot play outside with his friends.
How can you best navigate this situation? - ANSWERSet up a time to speak with Sean's
mother to better understand her concerns. Work with her to find an acceptable solution
that will assure her Sean is safe and allow Sean to enjoy his time at school without
unnecessary restrictions.
At the child care center in which you work, two teachers work in every room. Your co-
teacher often takes breaks to answer her cell phone or go down to the hall to get a
snack. She often steps out without notifying you that she is leaving. So far, nothing has
happened while she is absent, but you are worried about being alone with the children.
What should your first course of action be in this case? - ANSWERTalk to your co-
teacher about her habits and your concerns about safety and policies.
Michael and Ben are playing with the trucks in the block area. Ben takes a truck from
Michael and Michael hits Ben with a block. Ben and Michael are both crying.
The teacher, who is reading a book to several students in the library area, yells over to
Ben to stop taking other children's toys.
What should she be sure to do in situations like this that she did not do this time? -
ANSWERThe teacher should be sure to help prevent children from hurting each other.
To help your parents feel connected and in touch with what is going on in your
classroom, you can do which of the following: - ANSWERSend home a weekly
newsletter.
Sally's mother approaches you and tells you she's unhappy with what you're teaching in
class. While you plan the individual lessons for your class, the weekly themes are
decided by your Director.
How should you handle the situation with Sally's mother? - ANSWERSet up a time
when you can sit down with her to discuss her concerns.
What is the benefit of playing the following game during a transition: "If your name starts
with an A, you can line up." - ANSWERPracticing beginning letter sounds.
Helps the transition go smoothly.
Keeps the children engaged and reinforces learning.
, You have a field trip to the zoo coming up in two weeks and, for many of your students,
this will be their first field trip and their first ride on a school bus. What can you do to
prepare the children for this exciting - but potentially stressful - event? - ANSWERRead
books about zoos, show them pictures of the animals they will see and practice getting
on a school bus.
It's raining outdoors and gross motor time will have to be indoors today. Another
teacher's class is in the Gross Motor room. What can you do in your classroom to help
the kids get rid of that excess energy? - ANSWERGive each child a colored scarf and
have them dance to music.
Your program serves breakfast and lunch every day. The policies and procedures
handbook which is given to all parents and staff indicates students will wash their hands
before each meal.
Washing hands takes so much time with your class that you are often running late after
breakfast. You should: - ANSWERReview your processes and adjust your schedule to
allow time for hand washing.
A child in your class is going through a rough time at home. You go out to dinner with
friends after work. You share the child's story with your friends.
Which of the below is the best response: - ANSWERYou should not share children's
stories with anyone except the professionals in your center
Which of the below is an example of "active exploration"? - ANSWERPlaying with
measuring cups and spoons in the sand table.
Brian is a two year old in your class. Today he's had a rough day and after nap, he bit
Cassie, another of your students, and left a mark. You write up the incident report as
required by your school. You are also required to let both parents know what happened.
How should you inform Cassie's parents? - ANSWERLet them know Cassie was bit by
another student. The bite area was washed with soap and water and, per Cassie's
request, a band-aid was applied.
For an educator, what does it mean to be a "life long learner"? - ANSWERYou willingly
attend conferences and seminars to keep up to date on the latest educational trends.
Ben is having trouble sharing trucks today. Earlier he took a truck from another student
and the student hit him. He is back in the block center and again is trying to take the
trucks from others in the play center.
Ben's teacher realizes he needs some guidance. What should she do? - ANSWERGet
down on his eye level and talk to him about sharing and how to ask a friend if you can
play with a toy they are using.
You and your classroom teacher find several preschool bookshelves in the storage
area. You are very excited to use them in your classroom.
The first thing you should do is: - ANSWERCheck them for sharp edges and splintering.
PRACTICE EXAM CORRECT 100%
Sean, a three year old in your preschool class, recently broke his arm and is in a cast.
The doctor has cleared Sean to return to school with only minor restrictions, however
his mother is very concerned he will be further injured and has asked that you assure
her he will not be bumped or pushed while at school and to keep him in for recess for
the next 8 weeks.
You realize her requests will be a bit difficult to honor and will most likely upset Sean
unnecessarily when he realizes he cannot play outside with his friends.
How can you best navigate this situation? - ANSWERSet up a time to speak with Sean's
mother to better understand her concerns. Work with her to find an acceptable solution
that will assure her Sean is safe and allow Sean to enjoy his time at school without
unnecessary restrictions.
At the child care center in which you work, two teachers work in every room. Your co-
teacher often takes breaks to answer her cell phone or go down to the hall to get a
snack. She often steps out without notifying you that she is leaving. So far, nothing has
happened while she is absent, but you are worried about being alone with the children.
What should your first course of action be in this case? - ANSWERTalk to your co-
teacher about her habits and your concerns about safety and policies.
Michael and Ben are playing with the trucks in the block area. Ben takes a truck from
Michael and Michael hits Ben with a block. Ben and Michael are both crying.
The teacher, who is reading a book to several students in the library area, yells over to
Ben to stop taking other children's toys.
What should she be sure to do in situations like this that she did not do this time? -
ANSWERThe teacher should be sure to help prevent children from hurting each other.
To help your parents feel connected and in touch with what is going on in your
classroom, you can do which of the following: - ANSWERSend home a weekly
newsletter.
Sally's mother approaches you and tells you she's unhappy with what you're teaching in
class. While you plan the individual lessons for your class, the weekly themes are
decided by your Director.
How should you handle the situation with Sally's mother? - ANSWERSet up a time
when you can sit down with her to discuss her concerns.
What is the benefit of playing the following game during a transition: "If your name starts
with an A, you can line up." - ANSWERPracticing beginning letter sounds.
Helps the transition go smoothly.
Keeps the children engaged and reinforces learning.
, You have a field trip to the zoo coming up in two weeks and, for many of your students,
this will be their first field trip and their first ride on a school bus. What can you do to
prepare the children for this exciting - but potentially stressful - event? - ANSWERRead
books about zoos, show them pictures of the animals they will see and practice getting
on a school bus.
It's raining outdoors and gross motor time will have to be indoors today. Another
teacher's class is in the Gross Motor room. What can you do in your classroom to help
the kids get rid of that excess energy? - ANSWERGive each child a colored scarf and
have them dance to music.
Your program serves breakfast and lunch every day. The policies and procedures
handbook which is given to all parents and staff indicates students will wash their hands
before each meal.
Washing hands takes so much time with your class that you are often running late after
breakfast. You should: - ANSWERReview your processes and adjust your schedule to
allow time for hand washing.
A child in your class is going through a rough time at home. You go out to dinner with
friends after work. You share the child's story with your friends.
Which of the below is the best response: - ANSWERYou should not share children's
stories with anyone except the professionals in your center
Which of the below is an example of "active exploration"? - ANSWERPlaying with
measuring cups and spoons in the sand table.
Brian is a two year old in your class. Today he's had a rough day and after nap, he bit
Cassie, another of your students, and left a mark. You write up the incident report as
required by your school. You are also required to let both parents know what happened.
How should you inform Cassie's parents? - ANSWERLet them know Cassie was bit by
another student. The bite area was washed with soap and water and, per Cassie's
request, a band-aid was applied.
For an educator, what does it mean to be a "life long learner"? - ANSWERYou willingly
attend conferences and seminars to keep up to date on the latest educational trends.
Ben is having trouble sharing trucks today. Earlier he took a truck from another student
and the student hit him. He is back in the block center and again is trying to take the
trucks from others in the play center.
Ben's teacher realizes he needs some guidance. What should she do? - ANSWERGet
down on his eye level and talk to him about sharing and how to ask a friend if you can
play with a toy they are using.
You and your classroom teacher find several preschool bookshelves in the storage
area. You are very excited to use them in your classroom.
The first thing you should do is: - ANSWERCheck them for sharp edges and splintering.
