Child care program with emphasis on physical care only.

Child care program in which parents are required to assist periodically in helping care for the children.

Child care program with emphasis on both physical care and learning.

Child care for 4 hours a day or less.

Child care for more than 4 hours a day.

Child care at the place of the parent's employment.

Government-structured child care program to help young children who are disadvantaged prepare for success in school.

A private program named after founder Maria Montessori. Clarence explore hands-on materials that guide their own learning.

Child care provided in a home environment.

A one-page history of education and work experience.

A collection of letters, resume, references, awards, licenses, and/or certificates, as well as examples of an applicant's related work, which is used in obtaining employment.

Information is kept private. Parents have access only to records of their own children. All records and information is securely filed.

The ability to put oneself in another person's place.

A letter sent after an interview, thanking the potential employer and telling whether or not the job applicant is still interested in the job.

A letter from another person on recommending a job applicant for employment and telling about the applicant's positive traits and/or character.

Names, addresses, and phone numbers of people who would/could recommend a job applicant for employment.

Mood of clearing the airway of a choking victim; also called the Heimlich Maneuver.

Unintentional injury which occurs to the body.

Illness that easily passes from one person to another.

The period during which a communicable disease can be passed from one person to another.

A seizure or period of unconsciousness with uncontrolled jerking or twitching of muscles.

A rescue technique used when both breathing and heart rate have stopped.

Procedures first performed after an injury has occurred.

An injection or series of injections given to protect a person from a particular disease(s).

A special unit that gives advice for and treats victims of poisoning.

Free of harmful micro organisms (germs).

A substance that is poisonous.

A response aimed at discouraging a child from repeating a behavior.

Statements made to a child to guide, encourage, reward, or reinforce appropriate behavior.

Distracting a child away from harmful/inappropriate behavior to appropriate behavior by offering suggestions of things he or she can do.

Paying attention, giving encouragement, or praise when a child acts appropriately and ignoring them when they are being inappropriate.

Isolating a child for a short period of time (one minute for each year of the child's age) as a result of inappropriate behavior.

A choice between 2 or 3 options.

Intentional injury to one's feelings or mental state.

Failure to take care of a child's basic physical and emotional needs.

Intentional injury which occurs to the body.

Touching, fondling, and/or injuring which occurs to the body.

The reward or punishment which the caregiver will give if a child behaves or misbehaves.

The positive or negative outcome of a child's behavior or misbehavior which occurs naturally.

Questions only requiring a "yes" or "no" answer.

A period in a child care facility during which a large group of children sit together for activities such as show and tell or storytelling.

Learning that is determined by the child.

Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Tasks that are ok for a child given his or her age and/or interests.

Learning that results from being taught.

Learning that is NOT planned.

The teacher in charge of a learning activity; also known as the head teacher.

Using facts, not personal feelings or prejudices, to describe things.

A written report from one person watching a specific person or group of people. Types of observations include anecdotal record, developmental checklist, frequency count, and running record.

Questions requiring more than a "yes" or "no" answer.

An activity in which a small group of children are learning specific skills and/or information.

Using personal opinions or feelings, rather than facts, to judge or describe things.

A teacher who assists the lead/head teacher in conducting activities.

Learning that is determined and directed by the teacher.

An activity or signal which helps children move smoothly from one activity to another.

An activity in which a large group of children are learning skills and/or information.

Activities which help children develop decision-making and problem-solving skills, as well as learning about colors, shapes, textures, etc.

Play in which children imitate real-life situations. The child is involved in make-believe situations and role plays where they are able to express emotions, fears, and different behaviors.

Songs or chants with accompanying hand motions.

Activities which help children learn to read, write, speak, and communicate.

Abilities which require the use and control of the large muscles of the arms, legs, shoulder, and back; also known as gross motor skills.

Areas in early childhood classroom meant for certain types of play and learning.

Activities which exercise the small muscles of the body (especially the wrist, hands, and fingers).

Activities which prepare children for more advanced math skills. Some pre-math activities are classification, sorting, measuring, shapes, seriation, sequencing, counting, number identification, etc.

Activities that help children learn about the world around them.

Abilities which require the use of the wrists, hands, fingers, ankles, feet, and/or toes; also known as fine motor skills.

Games, activities, books, and visuals that can be used to teach children.

Pictures and things that children can see and that help them learn.

Children may choose how they use the materials. They are given as many choices as possible.

A child is involved in playing and interacting with others and/or objects.

A child does not interact with anyone or anything (watching t.v.).

The child will continue to repeat a new skill over and over until they have mastered or perfected the new skill.

This type of play utilizes the student's senses and motor skills.

This type of play allows for a great release of energy as well as physical and social development.

The teacher instructs the children how to accomplish a specific task.

The teacher participates in the play activity with the children.

The child is not involved in any particular activity. Happens at any age.

This behavior involves watching other children play. Seen a lot in toddlers.

This type of play involves the child playing alone. Infants are in this stage.

This type of play involves children playing beside other children instead of with them. Occurs around 2-3 years old.

This type of play involves playing with other children. The children share toys and interact with one another.

The child is part of a group that has a specific purpose in mind. This type of play involves organization.