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Child and Youth Observation Matrix

勛圖厙 Management Learning Environments Lesson 6 Apply Child and Youth Observation Matrix
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Observe the child or youth in a variety of settings. Then, complete this matrix. What patterns do you see?

Problem Areas/Times

  • Coming into the after-school program
  • Transitioning between rooms
  • Leaving the computer
  • Leaving the after-school program
 

Dislikes

  • Touching play-dough, clay, or sticky substances
  • Being told no
  • Being alone (friends move to a different area and she cant keep up)
  • Turning off the music
 

Biggest Needs

  • Help with transitions
 

Successful Areas/Times

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    • Songs with arm movements
    • Musical instruments
    • Pairing child up with a friend
    • Computer activities
    • Snack
 

Likes

  • Music (listening on the computer)
  • Dancing or moving to rhythm
  • Food
  • Hair clips (shiny)
 

Strategies We Can Use

  • Create an individual schedule
  • Create an individual choice board
  • Develop a peer buddy system
  • Work on joining dance club; work with coach to design moves