FL DCF: PRESCHOOL
APPROPRIATE PRACTICES PSPR
WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS
Developmentally appropriate practice, or DAP, - ANSWER-is a concept developed
by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Developmentally Appropriate Practice - ANSWER-focuses on children birth to eight
years old and is made up of three principle components: age appropriateness,
individual appropriateness and cultural appropriateness.
Children between the ages of 3 and 5 need to be exposed to - ANSWER-as many
different types of learning experiences as possible to make it easier for them to
transition into kindergarten.
There are many ways to expose children to a variety of learning experiences like: -
ANSWER-reading to children,
providing hands-on play opportunities,
introducing new words daily,
and allowing the children to play and socialize with each other.
Caregivers should plan and prepare experiences that are - ANSWER-fun,
stimulating, and offer hands-on opportunities for learning that are challenging and
achievable.
To increase a child's vocabulary, parents should be encouraged to
_________________ to their child daily. - ANSWER-read
_________________ has a general appeal to children of all ages and also features
rhyming and repetition of words. Helping children learn the words to age appropriate
music is a great way to ensure that they will absorb and retain new words. -
ANSWER-Music
Language development - ANSWER-is one of the most important aspects of a child's
learning at this age (3-5 years). It is important to expand a child's vocabulary by
introducing as many new words as possible during this stage.
There are a variety of ways to help children learn new words, including: - ANSWER-
Poems
Songs
Stories
Parental Involvement
Children between the ages of 3 and 5 need to be exposed to as many different types
of learning experiences as possible to make it easier for them to transition into
_____________________________________. - ANSWER-kindergarten
,Jean Piaget - - ANSWER-Four Stages of Cognitive Development
Erik Erikson - - ANSWER-Eight Conflicts of Social and Emotional Development
According to Piaget, the four stages of cognitive development are: - ANSWER-
Sensorimotor - 0-2 years old
Preoperational - 2-7 years old
Concrete-Operational - 7-11 years old
Formal Operations - 11 years old and older
The Preoperational Stage - ANSWER-During this stage, young children learn about
their world through their actions. This is one reason that hands-on learning is crucial
during this stage of development. As a caregiver, you must provide children with as
many opportunities for hands-on learning as possible.
According to Piaget, the Preoperational stage - ANSWER-is from ages 2-7 and is
most relevant to young children. During this stage, young children learn about their
world through their actions.
Children at this age (2-7) and stage (Preoperational) - ANSWER--Tend to think
illogically, as they will begin to develop logic in the
next stage, concrete-operational.
-Their thinking process is non-sequential, such as not understanding
that a small puddle was once an ice cube.
-Are egocentric, meaning that they do not perceive the
consequences of their actions upon others.
-They are beginning to understand simple concepts, e.g., to classify
large and small stack-able plastic bowls or to understand the
sequence of their daily schedule.
Piaget's theory explains - ANSWER-how children interact with their environment to
construct knowledge.
What are some ways you can implement developmentally appropriate practice to
support the growth of young children during this stage? - ANSWER-Provide open-
ended, hands-on activities so children can progress through as they develop
transformation
Ask open-ended questions that encourage children to explain their thought process.
Provide a variety of activities that allow children to experience real life events (field
trips, guest speakers, show and tell).
Ask children about their own experience. For example: "Tell us about your painting."
At story time ask the children about their favorite stories, and ask the children what
happens in the stories.
Provide children with the opportunity to make choices. For example: "Which learning
center would you like to play in today?"
Erik Erikson - ANSWER-developed the theory that emotional development occurs
through 8 stages in a person's lifetime. He proposes that individuals must go through
, each of the 8 stages in a sequential order. Each stage presents a conflict that must
be resolved before a person can progress to the next stage.
Erikson
(8 letters in last name, 8 stages/conflicts) - ANSWER-proposes that each conflict is
best resolved during a specific stage of life. People who successfully resolve each
conflict are better able to lead a healthy, socially and emotionally connected life.
Infant (Trust vs. Mistrust) - ANSWER-Trust is developed over time by providing an
infant with a consistent, comforting environment.
When needs are met, trust is established.
Trust builds an emotional foundation.
A lack of trust can result in poor emotional stability
Toddler (Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt) - ANSWER-Toddlers need to explore
their own bodies and environment in order to become confident about themselves.
When autonomy is allowed, a person can become comfortable with his/her choices.
A lack of autonomy can result in a feeling of shame or insecurity.
Preschool (Initiative vs. Guilt) - ANSWER-Four- or five-year olds begin to develop an
interest in exploring beyond themselves.
Children who are not allowed to pursue their natural curiosity will be prone to feel
guilt for their actions.
When initiative is encouraged, a person experiments within one's environment.
A lack of encouragement for initiative can result in a feeling of guilt for acting on
one's natural curiosity.
Grade School (Industry vs. Inferiority) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 6 to 12,
children show the ability to develop competencies. Children who are inhibited in
developing these skills and abilities will experience inferiority.
When children experience success, they attain a sense of adequacy and pride.
A lack of industry can result in a feeling of low self-worth.
High School (Identity vs. Role Confusion) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 12 to 18,
children are attempting to define who they are and where they are going.
When children are given the opportunity to develop their own ideas and opinions,
they can form their own identity.
A lack of identity will lead to confusion about who they are.
Early Adult (Intimacy vs. Isolation) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 18 to 35, young
adults are exploring the development of relationships.
Young adults need the opportunity to develop close relationships with family, friends,
and partners.
A lack of intimate relationships can lead to individuals feeling isolated and alone.
Middle Adult (Generativity vs. Stagnation) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 35 to 64,
adults are seeking a sense of accomplishment in life through family and career.
Adults need to see progress in their careers or success in their contributions to
society.
A lack of accomplishment often leads to feelings of resentment and regret.
APPROPRIATE PRACTICES PSPR
WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS
Developmentally appropriate practice, or DAP, - ANSWER-is a concept developed
by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Developmentally Appropriate Practice - ANSWER-focuses on children birth to eight
years old and is made up of three principle components: age appropriateness,
individual appropriateness and cultural appropriateness.
Children between the ages of 3 and 5 need to be exposed to - ANSWER-as many
different types of learning experiences as possible to make it easier for them to
transition into kindergarten.
There are many ways to expose children to a variety of learning experiences like: -
ANSWER-reading to children,
providing hands-on play opportunities,
introducing new words daily,
and allowing the children to play and socialize with each other.
Caregivers should plan and prepare experiences that are - ANSWER-fun,
stimulating, and offer hands-on opportunities for learning that are challenging and
achievable.
To increase a child's vocabulary, parents should be encouraged to
_________________ to their child daily. - ANSWER-read
_________________ has a general appeal to children of all ages and also features
rhyming and repetition of words. Helping children learn the words to age appropriate
music is a great way to ensure that they will absorb and retain new words. -
ANSWER-Music
Language development - ANSWER-is one of the most important aspects of a child's
learning at this age (3-5 years). It is important to expand a child's vocabulary by
introducing as many new words as possible during this stage.
There are a variety of ways to help children learn new words, including: - ANSWER-
Poems
Songs
Stories
Parental Involvement
Children between the ages of 3 and 5 need to be exposed to as many different types
of learning experiences as possible to make it easier for them to transition into
_____________________________________. - ANSWER-kindergarten
,Jean Piaget - - ANSWER-Four Stages of Cognitive Development
Erik Erikson - - ANSWER-Eight Conflicts of Social and Emotional Development
According to Piaget, the four stages of cognitive development are: - ANSWER-
Sensorimotor - 0-2 years old
Preoperational - 2-7 years old
Concrete-Operational - 7-11 years old
Formal Operations - 11 years old and older
The Preoperational Stage - ANSWER-During this stage, young children learn about
their world through their actions. This is one reason that hands-on learning is crucial
during this stage of development. As a caregiver, you must provide children with as
many opportunities for hands-on learning as possible.
According to Piaget, the Preoperational stage - ANSWER-is from ages 2-7 and is
most relevant to young children. During this stage, young children learn about their
world through their actions.
Children at this age (2-7) and stage (Preoperational) - ANSWER--Tend to think
illogically, as they will begin to develop logic in the
next stage, concrete-operational.
-Their thinking process is non-sequential, such as not understanding
that a small puddle was once an ice cube.
-Are egocentric, meaning that they do not perceive the
consequences of their actions upon others.
-They are beginning to understand simple concepts, e.g., to classify
large and small stack-able plastic bowls or to understand the
sequence of their daily schedule.
Piaget's theory explains - ANSWER-how children interact with their environment to
construct knowledge.
What are some ways you can implement developmentally appropriate practice to
support the growth of young children during this stage? - ANSWER-Provide open-
ended, hands-on activities so children can progress through as they develop
transformation
Ask open-ended questions that encourage children to explain their thought process.
Provide a variety of activities that allow children to experience real life events (field
trips, guest speakers, show and tell).
Ask children about their own experience. For example: "Tell us about your painting."
At story time ask the children about their favorite stories, and ask the children what
happens in the stories.
Provide children with the opportunity to make choices. For example: "Which learning
center would you like to play in today?"
Erik Erikson - ANSWER-developed the theory that emotional development occurs
through 8 stages in a person's lifetime. He proposes that individuals must go through
, each of the 8 stages in a sequential order. Each stage presents a conflict that must
be resolved before a person can progress to the next stage.
Erikson
(8 letters in last name, 8 stages/conflicts) - ANSWER-proposes that each conflict is
best resolved during a specific stage of life. People who successfully resolve each
conflict are better able to lead a healthy, socially and emotionally connected life.
Infant (Trust vs. Mistrust) - ANSWER-Trust is developed over time by providing an
infant with a consistent, comforting environment.
When needs are met, trust is established.
Trust builds an emotional foundation.
A lack of trust can result in poor emotional stability
Toddler (Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt) - ANSWER-Toddlers need to explore
their own bodies and environment in order to become confident about themselves.
When autonomy is allowed, a person can become comfortable with his/her choices.
A lack of autonomy can result in a feeling of shame or insecurity.
Preschool (Initiative vs. Guilt) - ANSWER-Four- or five-year olds begin to develop an
interest in exploring beyond themselves.
Children who are not allowed to pursue their natural curiosity will be prone to feel
guilt for their actions.
When initiative is encouraged, a person experiments within one's environment.
A lack of encouragement for initiative can result in a feeling of guilt for acting on
one's natural curiosity.
Grade School (Industry vs. Inferiority) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 6 to 12,
children show the ability to develop competencies. Children who are inhibited in
developing these skills and abilities will experience inferiority.
When children experience success, they attain a sense of adequacy and pride.
A lack of industry can result in a feeling of low self-worth.
High School (Identity vs. Role Confusion) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 12 to 18,
children are attempting to define who they are and where they are going.
When children are given the opportunity to develop their own ideas and opinions,
they can form their own identity.
A lack of identity will lead to confusion about who they are.
Early Adult (Intimacy vs. Isolation) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 18 to 35, young
adults are exploring the development of relationships.
Young adults need the opportunity to develop close relationships with family, friends,
and partners.
A lack of intimate relationships can lead to individuals feeling isolated and alone.
Middle Adult (Generativity vs. Stagnation) - ANSWER-Between the ages of 35 to 64,
adults are seeking a sense of accomplishment in life through family and career.
Adults need to see progress in their careers or success in their contributions to
society.
A lack of accomplishment often leads to feelings of resentment and regret.
