For most children in child care programs having a routine they can count on provides reassurance and a feeling of safety. For children who may have unpredictable lives outside of child care it is helpful to have a stable routine …
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Introduction: As one author stated: “All children benefit from opportunities for healthy development. For that reason, high quality child care environments become important for children with and without disabilities.” Here are some suggestions to use as a guide to support …
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A workshop focusing on issues in the classroom for someone with asperger’s
A workshop focusing on issues in the classroom for someone with autism.
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The Social Skills Program is a great way to help young children build social skills in a group setting. There are six sessions, usually implemented on a weekly basis with the entire group of children.
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We are all affected by our environment. Our physical surroundings affect how we feel, how comfortable we are, how we relate to others, and how successfully we accomplish our goals. For a young child, the environment is particularly important. For …
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Cubby Place coat hooks at the child’s level. Add a photo of the child and a name card to personalize the space. Add a shelf or bin for personal belongings (the message to the child is “This is your space.”) …
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For anxiety to be prevented or reduced, children must feel safe, cared for and be able to understand what is expected of them. Use the checklist below to evaluate your classroom environment, then follow the suggestions.
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Caregiver Behaviour and Expectations As caregivers, the things we say and do, our behaviour and our expectations can sometimes contribute to a child’s anxiety. Working to build and maintain safe, comfortable, predictable, positive relationships with each child can prevent and …
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We as adults all rely on visual helpers every day. We use calendars, day timers, street signs, grocery lists, maps, and so on. Using visual cues in our environment allows us to plan, organize, and most of all be independent. …
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