Entering a classroom that is inviting is important, but entering a classroom that is stimulating and informative is also important, both for the students and the parents. Think about this week's case study and what the parents and children experienced during the morning drop off routine.
Based on the information presented in Chapter 7 regarding behavior, use Microsoft Word or another program of your choosing to create a classroom poster relating to behavior that examines common developmental behaviors, as well as strategies to encourage prosocial behaviors. Be sure your poster includes:
1. The behavioral and emotional expectations characteristics for children at your chosen developmental stage (Toddler, preschool or primary)
2. Ideas for encouraging prosocial behavior in the early childhood classroom
3. Ideas for guiding children when their behavior is especially challenging and difficult
Be creative with your poster, but also be sure to develop your content in a professional classroom manner. Be sure your poster includes a reference to the textbook to support your ideas.
Required Resources
1. Krogh, S. (2013). A Bridge to the Classroom and Early Care: ECE Capstone. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, Inc.
- Chapter 7: Guiding Children's Behavior
- Chapter 8: A Positive Environment From Day One
1. Heald, S. & Zaur, J. (2013). ECE 430: Week 3 case study: Families. Ashford University, College of Education, San Diego, CA.
- In Case Study 3 you will meet the families of the six children in Mrs. Ashland's classroom and learn about a little about them. Each child's personality and development is explored further.
Recommended Resources
1. Bradford Petrie. (2009, September 14). Investing in the emotional and behavioral development of preschoolers [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4txcMjlzH8
- This video showcases a program that combines teacher training with in-class clinical consultation to support children's emotional and behavioral development in preschool.
1. Technical Assistance Center on Social Emotional Intervention for Young Children (http://www.challengingbehavior.org/index.htm)
- The Technical Assistance Center on Social Emotional Intervention for Young Children (TACSEI) presents the research that shows which practices improve the social-emotional outcomes for young children with, or at risk for, delays or disabilities and creates free products and resources to help decision-makers, caregivers, and service providers apply these best practices in the work they do every day.
ZERO TO THREE. (n.d.). Little kids, big questions: A parenting podcast series. Retrieved from http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/funded-projects/parenting-resources/podcast
This website houses a podcast series, Little Kids, Big Questions, addresses some of the most common (and challenging) issues facing parents of babies and toddlers.