Directions: Examine your indoor environment using what you have learned in Lesson One and Lesson Two. Using the following questions, ask yourself, If I were a child... ? Record your thoughts and ideas on the worksheet. Share your responses with your trainer, coach, or family child care administrator.
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What about this environment gives me a safe, comfortable, or warm feeling? |
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Do the posters and pictures on the walls feel like a home? Am I, my family, and friends represented? |
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Can I find the toys and materials in the same place each day? |
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Is there a welcoming area for families where they drop me off and pick me up? |
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Are my personal things in a space that is safe and where I can find them? |
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Is there natural light, windows I can look out of, and adequate light in all indoor areas? |
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Are shelves at my level where I can access toys and materials independently? |
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Are there quiet places where I can rest? |
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Is there a place to eat meals and snacks together with my friends? |
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Is there a bathroom that I can use with minimal adult assistance? |
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Is there an area to do messy activities and explore art materials? |
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Is there an area where I can sing, dance, and play music? |
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Is there an area where I can do homework or work on a project? |
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Are the toys, materials, books, and pictures rotated on a regular basis so there are new things to explore and learn about? |
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