CDA Preschool Flashcards 2023 updated

CDA Preschool Flashcards 2023 updatedOf the following, Which situation provides the best reason to take children outside to play? A.) They have been inside for a while, and the weather permits outside play B.) They will soon be napping and need to tire themselves out beforehand C.) There are fewer adult staff than usual to monitor the indoor activities D.) They have become noisy indoors and are not listening to instructions A. Safe Candidate provides a safe environment and teaches children safe practices to prevent and reduce injuries Healthy Candidate provides an environment that promotes health and prevents illness, and teaches children about good nutrition and practices that promote wellness Learning Environment Candidate organizes and uses relationship, the physical space, materials, daily schedule, and routines to create a secure, interesting, and enjoyable environment that promotes engagement, play, exploration, and learning of all children including children with special needs Physical A variety of developmentally appropriate equipment, learning experiences and teaching strategies to promote the physical development (fine motor and gross motor) of all children Cognitive A variety of developmentally appropriate learning experiences and teaching strategies to promote curiosity, reasoning, and problem solving and to lay the foundation for all later learning. While implementing curriculum that promotes children's learning of important math, science, technology, social studies and other content goals Communication Uses a variety of developmentally appropriate learning experiences and teaching strategies to promote children's language and early literacy learning, anf help them communicate their thoughts and feelings verbally and nonverbally Creative Uses a variety of developmentally appropriate learning experiences and teaching strategies for children to explore music, movement, and the visual arts, and to develop and express their individual creative abilities Self Develops a warm, positive, supportive, and responsive relationship with each child, and helps each child learn about and take pride in his or her individual and cultural identity Social Helps each child function effectively in the group, learn to express feelings, acquire social skills, and make friends, and promotes mutual respect among children and adults Guidance Provides a supportive environment and uses effective strategies to promote children's self- regulation and support acceptable behaviors, and effectively intervenes for children with persistent challenging behaviors Families Establishes a positive, responsive, and cooperative relationship with each child's family, engages in two- way communication with families, encourages their involvement in the program, and supports the child's relationship with his or her family Program Management Is a manger who uses observation, documentation, and planning to support children's development and learning and to ensure effective operation of the classroom or group Professionalism Makes decisions based on knowledge of research based early childhood practices, promotes high quality in child care services, and takes advantage of opportunities to improve knowledge and competence, both for personal and professional growth and for the benefit of children and families Which type of personal item is the healthiest for children to share during choice time choice activities? A.) Hats B.) Combs C.) Play jewelry D.) Swimming Suits C. Ms. Lake is planning new activities for four year old hannah. Which consideration is the most important? A.) What hannah already knows and can do B.) What other children in the setting know and can do C.) What Ms. Lake has succeeded well at teaching D.) What hannah will need to know for kindergarten A. Three year old Ayesha is terrified of dogs. Which action is the best first step in helping her overcome her fear? A.) Approaching her with a gentle dog and asking her to pat its head B.) Reading stories to her about children who enjoy dogs C.) Assuring her that there is nothing about dogs to be afraid of D.) Having a visitor bring in a dog that responds to commands B.)