Chapter 1 Practice
Practice the key ideas from Chapter 1. The practice set below is not graded, and you can repeat it as often as you like. You will see the correct answers after you submit.
Scenario Practice
Read each scenario and write a short response on the lines.
1. A family needs full-time care for their child in their own home, including driving to school. Which child care setting fits best, and why?
2. A caregiver turns on a video and looks at her phone while three toddlers play across the room. Is this professional child care or just minding kids? What should she do instead?
3. A new aide feels nervous on her first day with ten busy toddlers. Name two things she could do to care for the children well and build trust.
Show sample answers
Answers will vary. Sample ideas: settings include centers, preschools, before- and after-school programs, family child care homes, and private homes (nanny care). Strong caregiver qualities include patience, reliability, good communication, calm decision-making, stamina, respect for families, and a love of learning. Professional child care, unlike babysitting, also supports children’s learning and development and keeps careful records.
Word search
Find the hidden words. They may run across, down, or diagonally, forwards or backwards. Print this page or work on screen.
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| E | F | Q | D | N | E | R | D | L | I | H | C | D | L | Y |
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| G | C | B | T | R | U | S | T | H | E | L | M | H | W | J |
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Words to find: SAFETY • CURRICULUM • PATIENCE • CAREGIVER • RATIO • ROUTINE • CHILDREN • LICENSING • TODDLER • PRESCHOOL • CREDENTIAL • TRUST • NANNY • CERTIFICATION
Show the solution
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