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Mathematical Thinking refers to number knowledge; pattern, size, and shape awareness; and
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Quality learning environments support all aspects of development for young children. -
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Early childhood classrooms should be welcoming, warm, and inviting for young children. Adults
can encourage involvement and support independence by carefully arranging the environment
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Outdoor play is a great way caregivers can help fight the growing childhood obesity epidemic. -
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The same considerations should be made for the playground as the indoor classroom. Learning
centers and defined play spaces should be planned and prepared for inside and outdoors. -
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Developmentally appropriate toys and materials should be safe, appealing, age appropriate,
avoid stereotypes, and reflect the needs and ethnic diversity of the children in the classroom. -
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Children need daily routines and schedules that are flexible, yet consistent and predictable. This
instills a sense of order and helps children learn new skills and appropriate behaviors. -
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, five guidelines for effective teaching - ANSWERS -1. Create a community
2. Teach to enhance development and learning
3. Plan curriculum to achieve identified goals
4. Assess children's development
5. Establish relationships with families
Developmentally Appropriate Practice focuses on children birth through eight years old and is
made up of three principle components: age appropriateness, individual appropriateness, and
social/cultural appropriateness. - ANSWERS -
Age appropriateness - ANSWERS -means considering what is typical for a child within a given
age group.
Knowing the typical behaviors and growth patterns for a certain age group is necessary to plan
the most appropriate environments and activities to optimize the learning experience for
children in your care. - ANSWERS -
Individual appropriateness - ANSWERS -means considering the needs of each child as a unique
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A child's age, temperament, personality, and family history are all factors that affect his or her
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Social/Cultural appropriateness - ANSWERS -means considering the social and cultural contexts
in which children grow and live.
Children's learning experiences are enhanced when caregivers are aware of and support the
social and cultural contexts in which they live. - ANSWERS -