FCS7-ECE1
Unit 2: Early Childhood Education
Students will analyze human growth and development and demonstrate the integration of knowledge, skills, and practices of the caregiver-educator roles.
Unit 2: Early Childhood Educationa) List stages of human developmentb) Describe the influence of heredity and
environment on human developmentc) List careers related to working with
childrend) Create developmentally appropriate games
and activities for young childrene) Identify safety rules when working with
childrenf) List techniques for positive relationships
with children.
Decisions, Decisions, Decisions!
Compromise, Compromise, Compromise!
The Decision to Have Children
Parenting is the process of caring for children and guiding their growth and
development
Why do people have children?Some people feel pressure from family or
friendsSome people are in committed
relationships and want to share their love and time with a child
Are you ready?Do we want children?Are we mature enough to have a child?Have we completed our education?Is our relationship mature and stable?Are we willing to make long-term sacrifices?Do we have a good understanding of how
children grow and develop?Do we have enough money to support a
family?Are we willing to meet the physical and
emotional needs of a child?
Changes That Occur….Lifestyle changes
Financial changes
Career changes
Lifestyle Changes
Once you have a child you cannot just walk away.
Newborn must be fed every few hours, every day
Children also need to have diapers changed, be bathed, have interaction, play, help with homework, driven to doctor, driven to activities, etc.
Financial ChangesCHILDREN COST A LOT OF
MONEY!Provide children with food,
clothing, shelter, and health care.
Pay for camps, sports activities, toys, after-school activity, daycare etc.
Cost of raising a child is 2.5 to 3 times the family yearly income at the time the child is born.
Career ChangesMay have to reduce hours at work, not take
a promotion, work from home, do less traveling with work, find a lower paying job that allows you more time off, or one parent stay home all together.
Career plans may have to be put on hold until child is old enough for school.
Human Growth and DevelopmentWhat is human growth and development?What are the stages of human growth and
development?What influence do heredity and the
environment have on human development?What are 15 child related careers?
Young Infants – 6 months or youngerPhysical Developments
Neck muscles strengthenKick legs and roll
Intellectual DevelopmentsUses senses to understand the world
(colors, sounds, smells, and texturesLanguage Developments
Cooing, laughing, and cryingEmotional Developments
Shows emotions through body movements, facial expressions, and crying
Social DevelopmentsSocializes with caregivers by facial
expressions and cryingMoral Developments
Relies upon parents to tell them what is right and wrong
Older Infants – 6-12 monthsPhysical Developments
Sits up alone, crawls, and stands (maybe walk!)
Intellectual DevelopmentsExplores objects by putting things in mouthEnjoys music, picture books, and simply
gamesLanguage Developments
Babbling – speaks first wordEmotional Developments
Shows emotions through body movements, facial expressions, and crying
Social DevelopmentsInteracts with caregivers b imitating
actions and facial expressionsMoral Developments
Relies upon parents to tell them what is right and wrong
Young Toddler – 12-24 Months Physical Developments
Eats table foods, uses spoon to eat, drinks from a straw
Walks, Climbs steps, and runs, rolls a ball, turns pages of a book, scribbles with crayons
Intellectual Developments Explores surroundings – must be monitored!!
Language Developments Babbling and starting to speak more words
Emotional Developments Shows emotions through body movements,
crying, and actions Social Developments
Wants more independence from caregivers Moral Developments
Relies on parents to tell them what is right and wrong
Older Toddler – 24-36 Months Physical Developments
Runs, jumps, walks on tip-toes, climbs, pedals a bike, throws/catches a ball
Potty trained Washes own hands and can dress themselves
Intellectual Developments Learns basic skills of living life (getting dressed, using
bathroom, etc.) Language Developments
Increased vocabulary, asks questions and uses longer sentences
Emotional Developments Verbally expresses thoughts and feelings
Social Developments Parallel play – plays with other children but not WITH
them Moral Developments
Begins developing inner thought (conscience)
Preschoolers– 3 – 5 years Physical Developments
Large motor skills are well developed Fine motor skills are developing (cutting with scissors,
printing name) Intellectual Developments
Learning basic skills for school (writing simple words, name, reading, etc.)
Language Developments Vocabulary grows
Emotional Developments Develops emotions such as jealousy, curiosity, fear, and
joy Social Developments
Cooperative play – plays with other children and learns to share, take turns, solve problems
Moral Developments Inner thought still developing
School-Aged Children – starts at age 5 Physical Developments
Rides bikes and plays team sports Fine motor skills allow them to write and draw
Intellectual Developments Spends more time away from home Reads, arithmetic, reasons, and problem-solves
Language Developments Learns more complex words and how to form more
complex sentences Emotional Developments
Experiences stress from school Sensitive and experiences embarrassement
Social Developments Learns teamwork and compromise
Moral Developments Understands right and wrong and generally does
what is right
Adolescents – 11 -21 years old Physical Developments
Develops physical traits as adults Intellectual Developments
Learns more complex skills to advance in life outside of school
Language Developments Vocabulary expands
Emotional Developments Could experience mood swings
Social Developments Friendships become stronger Romantic relationships develop
Moral DevelopmentsReason and thinks of alternatives to
problems or actions
Adults – 21 to death Physical Developments
Fully grown Intellectual Developments
Advanced studies, takes on new skills and hobbies
Language Developments Vocabulary continues to expand if so desired
Emotional Developments Generally more stable, but can also experience
mood swings depending on life stressors Social Developments
Friendships become life-long Romance leads to long-term commitments and
children Moral Developments
Reason and thinks of alternatives to problems or actions
Effect of Location on Human Growth and DevelopmentWhere we grow up
and who raises us makes us who we are
What we eat and how we eat it develops our cultural practices
Religious practices effect social interactions
VALUE OF PLAY
Child’s PlayChild’s natural way of learningProvide toys that are safe and funStimulate a child’s imaginationPromotes exercise and coordination
Child’s PlayMake-believe playCreative materialsNot creating a real image
Types of Child’s PlayImaginary WorldsDress-UpBeing YouDolls and Stuffed ToysDrawing and Painting
How to Build Positive RelationshipsFascinate infants with simple, sensory
experiences.Play peek-a-boo with infants.Make mealtime fun-airplane noises or cut
sandwiches into fun shapesPlay pretend with toddlers.Make play out of work-give them “jobs” Explore nature-pick flowers, collect leaves,
go on nature walkEncourage preschoolers’ imagination
Toy SafetyBefore giving a child a toy, make sure it is: Clean Unbreakable Free or sharp edges Too large to swallowAge appropriate
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What is Play Dough?
FCS7-ECE1STEP 1: WRITE THE NUMBER 6 IN THE UPPER RIGHT CORNER
STEP 2: IN THE UPPER LEFT CORNER WRITE THE STANDARD FCS7-ECE1
STEP 3: ON THE TOP LINE WRITE THE ESSENTIAL QUESTION
What is Play Dough?
STEP 4: COPY Play Dough recipe
Kool-aid Play Dough Recipe
Ingredients:1 /2 Cup Flour1 /4 Cup Salt1 /4 Cup Water2 teaspoons Oil1 Package of Kool-aid
1.Mix together flour, salt, and Kool-aid2.Add the water and oil and mix well3.Knead the mixture until it forms a soft dough4.Have fun!5.Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator
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Why is play important to a developing child?
FCS7-ECE1STEP 1: WRITE THE NUMBER 7IN THE UPPER RIGHT CORNER
STEP 2: IN THE UPPER LEFT CORNER WRITE THE STANDARD FCS7-ECE1
STEP 3: ON THE TOP LINE WRITE THE ESSENTIAL QUESTIONWhy is play important to a
developing child?
STEP 4: Prepare your page to write an essay
Essay:
1.Write two well formed paragraphs answering these questions:
What qualities does a person need to work with children?
How do those qualities impact child development?
Your essay must be neat, legible (readable), follow proper English conventions (spelling, punctuation).
This is your culminating activity for this unit and is a summative grade.