ECEA 200 Child Guidance

Name- Manjot Kaur Sandhu

Student number- 2312131
Assignment 1

Assignment 1

Online videos and suggested readings provide the information necessary to complete the assignments.
Purchase of the textbook in this course is mandatory. Page numbers listed are from the main
textbook for this course.

 Textbook: The Whole Child: Developmental Education for the Early Years (10th Edition)
Paperback – Mar 27, 2013, by Patricia Weissman (Author), Joanne Hendrick (Author). ISBN-10:
0132853426 ISBN-13: 978-0132853422

**You can always search the internet to understand the concepts presented at a deeper level. Please cite
any sources that you use to answer any questions. Plagiarism is a serious issue. Please see the Student
Handbook for more information. **

Grade Criteria:
A Student shows an advanced understanding of the readings. Reflection and connection include
theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented in the course materials to date. Viewpoints and
80% or interpretations are insightful and well supported. Clear, detailed examples are provided, as
above applicable.

B Student shows an understanding of the readings. Reflection and connection demonstrate a

general understanding of the theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented in the course
70-79% materials to date. Viewpoints and interpretations are supported. Appropriate examples are
provided, as applicable.
C (pass) Student shows some understanding of the readings. Reflection and connection demonstrate a
minimal reflection on, and personalization of, the theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented
60-69% in the course materials to date. Viewpoints and interpretations are unsupported or supported with
flawed arguments. Examples, when applicable, are not provided or are irrelevant to the
assignment.
DNC - Student has not shown understanding of the readings. Reflection and connection demonstrate a
Did not lack of reflection on, or personalization of, the theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented in
complete the course materials to date. Viewpoints and interpretations are missing, inappropriate, and/or
course. unsupported. Examples, when applicable, are not provided.

Part 1 Think Deeper

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 1. List the key reasons why children need positive and supportive guidance. (Page 3)

To help kids develop appropriate social skills and ways to express themselves emotionally, parents,
educators, and other caregivers can use a framework known as "positive guidance." Positive guidance
can take both direct and indirect forms. For every youngster, constructive and encouraging counsel is
crucial. As it develops strong emotional, mental, and eventually physical qualities. Supportive advice
supports children in resolving multiple problems that might result in further harm to their developing
minds.

Indirectly, teachers can contribute to positive guidance by choosing a successful classroom layout,
implementing a regular routine, and developing a set of norms that students must follow. By focusing
on each child individually and assisting them in learning appropriate conduct through verbal teaching,
requirements, reasonable repercussions, redirection, and immediate resolution, we expand on these
norms and patterns

The following are the primary explanations for why kids require positive and motivating guidance.

To give enhanced emotional and psychological consistency: A child in need of additional supervision
from somebody who can give them mental as well as emotional stability certainly has depression or
emotional disorder. They might get greater chances as a result, and the connection may become
stronger and more stable.

To create stronger social relations: when caregivers have a feeling that they are connected to their
relatives, close companions, and society. They get an impression of safety and ease recognizing that
there are other people they can trust in when things in life go rough. Children need people who truly
think about them and respond to them, just like parents do. On certain occasions, this might help
people in conquering challenging circumstances.

To give them practical help when they require it: Sometimes, when children feel isolated and alone
and without any concrete help during that stage of life, having encouragement and advice plays a
crucial role in the way they grow. Children are capable of recovering from hardship and grow to have
sensitivity for other individuals. It enables them forging stronger relationships and bonds with their
fellow pupils.

2. Describe the influences on a child’s behavior in the table below. Provide an example. (Page 4)

Influences Description of the influence on a child’s behavior. Use your background knowledge as
well.
Age E.g. Behavior is influenced by age. When a child’s increases in age it brings changes in
their ability to think, complete tasks and control their behavior. For example, a 2-year-
old child cannot make a sandwich whereas most 10-year-old children can make a
sandwich independently.
Level of developmental The way children react differs greatly depending on their skill level and phase of
stage and abilities development. The child's capacity to think about and understand things improved as
they grew older. A child's conduct undergoes multiple dramatic shifts over the duration
of childhood. As an example, at one year old, child's activities develop into more

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 elegant, and their capacity to engage in such activities improves until they reach at least
ten years old.
Environment: Space In the end, variations in their surroundings impact the behaviors of each child. A child's
behaviour might alter due to an assortment of factors, including psychological growth,
ethical judgment, understanding, class, and their access to specific communal and
recreational opportunities. As an instance, a child's conduct could shift when they
move to a new place and change their residency as this induces them to feel miserable.
Environment: Things It may be possible to promote qualities such as flexibility and autonomy by creating an
atmosphere of encouragement. Often, individuals in stressful environments suffer from
poor language development, behavior problems, anger issues, and anxiety issues. As an
example, when a child gets dependent on an object in the environment, such as a doll,
and it is removed and thrown away, the child suffers. It becomes a frustrating situation
for that child.
Environment: People A child's behavior is significantly affected by the people in their immediate vicinity. It
is easy to show how impacting behavior results in a variety of circumstances. A child's
mentality improves when they interact with gentle individuals. Moreover, if the kid
associates with any unsuitable group in the surrounding community. Eventually, it will
bring about a change in attitude. For instance, a small toddler may copy someone else's
stealing if they see it.
Environment: The time/program schedule has an enormous effect on a child's actions. If a child
Time/Program Schedule follows with the time and program schedule, it will eventually form a routine that will
ultimately translate into how it acts in the future. For example, a child who gets up
early in the morning in order to have breakfast before going to school, it will
eventually wake up at the same time on vacations when schools are closed. This is
because the child has establish a routine that is a vital part of attitude.
Adults who care for Children who continually depend on adults for support in maintaining themself will
children show it through their behavior, as they continually seek out adult care and support
when they have difficulty to complete tasks on their own. For instance, if an adult
assists a child with homework. The child will get addicted to it and never appear
capable to do it by themselves. And as it appears in its behavior, it is going to seek
assistance with other issues as well.
Family and culture A child's attitude is greatly impacted by their family and culture. It shapes the kid's
ideas and actions to a stage where the child is able to begin repeating them. For
instance, in family, we make an effort to interact with people from different
communities so that we might make some new connections. Our kids follows
accordingly, and it shows in the way they act.

3. Is it normal for children to make mistakes? Should an Early Childhood Educator Assistant have
realistic expectations? (Page 4)
Errors are things we have all performed and are going to do. Mistakes are unavoidable, but so is a
capacity to benefit from those. We must grow up and take note of our mistakes. In reality, studies
shows that kids learn more from mistakes than from taking the simplest path and doing things
precisely.

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 As they grow older, children will require assistance to strengthen their decision-making abilities.
They may never discover how to balance on their own if guardians are always there to rescue them
every time they fail.

Supervisors need to recognize that children's exploration and mistakes are a typical and necessary
aspect of growth. Creating reasonable objectives that match to each a kid's age, stage of development,
and skill level is important. Establishing achievable targets that are consistent with every child's age,
stage of growth, and ability is crucial. It is essential that parents allocate time to offer cognitively
suitable learning opportunities to foster children's self-confidence, ability, as well as capacity to solve
issues.

4. Analyze Figure 1.1 tips for teachers on the day-to-day care of young children’s brains. (Page 8)

a. Which of these tips resonate with you most?

The four main categories of development are: emotional, social, cognitive,

communication and language, and physical mobility. Cognitive development
includes the growth and maturation of the brain. Cognitive growth is the process by
which the intelligence of children, which includes their abilities for understanding,
logical thinking, and problem-solving, grows. All other domains for development
have been affected by these skills and abilities. Children are exposed to stress. Give
your child a hug and let him realize you are available to encourage and comfort them
when they needs it.

b. Are there any tips that you do not think benefit a child’s brain development?
Communicating to, interacting with, and providing care of their children are all
means by which parents together with other caregivers may promote brain growth
and health in youngsters. When families engage in discussion and play titled their
children acquire best and develop passions and skills simultaneously. Showing
compassion and respect for your child's needs while they develop up will assist
insulate their brain from stress. Children's abilities to speak and communicate are
strengthened when adults interact with them and introduce them to books, stories,
and music. This also puts them on the route to gaining knowledge and achieving
academic success.
5. What is developmentally appropriate practice? (Page 11) Describe the three core considerations of
developmentally appropriate practice below. (Page 12)

Core Considerations Describe

Know about child Deciding which situations can be helpful for kids to grow into requires a
development and learning comprehension of what is common at each developmental stage of
childhood growth. Every component of the development of curriculum
and methods of instruction are influenced by this a research-based
understanding.
Know what is Teachers who observe the stage of development of every kid keep a close

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 individually appropriate eye on the way they communicate with other people and their
surroundings. Considering every kid's desires, abilities, and
developmental stage is essential.
Know what is culturally Family have a bearing on children's life. Considering the child's family,
appropriate appropriate for development instructors work on understanding the
household, morals, cultural roots, ways of connecting with youngsters and
others, and standards for both the institution and the children. Instructors
can provide educational opportunities that are meaningful to pupils by
supporting the immediate surroundings and cultural background of the
child.

6. Constructivism is an important learning theory that educators use to help children in their care
learn. Constructivism is based on the idea that people actively construct or make their own
knowledge, and that reality is determined by your experiences as a learner. Basically, children use
their previous knowledge as a foundation and build on it with new things that they learn. Hands-on,
active-learning, or child-centered philosophy are constructivist approached. Describe the
contributions of constructivist theorists below. (Page 14)

Constructivist Key contributions to childhood programming

Theorists
Jean Piaget Bank Street and High/Scope Program have a more extensive perspective, yet they
have a strong connection to the constructivism of Piaget (Bank Street, 1998;
Epstein, 2003). This technique Growing youngsters connect their feelings about
things (emotional self) with their comprehension of them (intellectual self). From
this viewpoint, development can happen on its own and as the outcome of
relationships among people in general, including those who interact with kids and
their surroundings.
Lev Vygotsky Lev Vygotsky (1978) is now known in the past few years as another educational
philosopher who has provided major contributions to our knowledge of how
young people develop and grow. Vygotsky reminds us of the crucial role of
interactions with others in encouraging religious growth as well as the effects of
culture. Adults and More Educated Friends
We help promote promoting the growth of youngsters by informing them about
these cultural principles and realities. She achieves this by connecting with kids
and inspiring them to set their sights on their growth as individuals. The domain of
"backed" performance" is the outermost limit of their cognitive ability.
Reggio Emilia In America, many fundamental concepts of philosophical are already included in
Approach early childhood education. In reality, Reggio's methodology and Dewey's
progressive educational system share a lot of resemblance parent involvement;
develop originality. Doing-Based Learning; Child-Centered, Inquiry-Based,
Productive Collaborative Learning (D.L. Black, 2000; Elkind, 2012; Mooney,
2000). Nevertheless, we are additionally convinced by striking evidence
suggesting the abilities that these younger Italian kids exhibit have been especially
related to: Those note that the kids actually carry out the labor.

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 Easily completing this in an attractive and engaging setting.

7. What are the premises of quality education? These statements are the basics of Early Childhood
Education. Describe 6 overarching big ideas about child guidance. (Page 22)

Premise Overarching big idea in Early Childhood Education in child guidance

1.Increase According to this principle, instructors must first grow as others, which involves
capability discovering as much as they can regarding their chosen area of interest and obtaining a
and good education. If they are more competent and educated, they can educate children in a
knowledge way that is successful. Furthermore, workers who have numerous talents and skills have a
greater desire for helping kids with enhancing their talents.

2. Social In order for kids to acquire novel concepts, they must spend time with other children as
Activities well as adults, so individuals have to organize the events and activities. Children's
abilities and competencies are further enhanced by social activities while they participate
in a range of activities. (These kinds of endeavors improve child growth opportunities).
Furthermore, when organizing gatherings, instructors have to be extremely cautious in
order to ensure that the mood and the security of the kids are taken into attention.

3 Mental This idea makes a big impact on the lives of kids since it says that mentally and
and physically powerful youngsters are healthy and active. Therefore, educators must take
physical such steps in order to promote students' progress and their emotional and physical health.
well-being On the contrary hand, children's lives will be impacted if instructors neglect this element.
4 Develop
skills and Due to this principle, instructors must first grow as people, which involves discovering as
expertise much as they can about the subject of expertise and obtaining an excellent education. If
they are more knowledgeable and skilled, they will teach children in a way that is
successful. Furthermore, staff workers who possess various skills and talents are more
motivated about helping youngsters with developing their capabilities
5 Time The final premise indicates that growth in children requires time. Children are unable to
requiremen push to act like toddlers by parents or teachers. Occasionally parents try to encourage
t their kids to act like kids so they can get higher scores. But this undermines excellent
actions and has an unfavorable effect on development. It means that in order for kids to
learn and develop effectively, they must receive the period of time and quiet they require.

6 Do not This presumption argues the there are numerous reasons why children should not be left
exist in unattended. Children are, at their core, incredibly vulnerable beings who inhabit an
isolation ecosystem full of diverse family types. (For example, each household has distinct rituals,
customs, laws, and regulations). Adolescents are too dependent upon stimuli from the
outside to live in solitude.

8. Describe the essential requirements for quality programming for ECEA’s and what this would look
like in a learning environment. (Page 23-30)

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 Essential requirement for ECE What does this theory look like in practice?
programming
Good human relationships are a E.g., Groupings must be kept small to provide the best care
fundamental ingredient of a good day possible. Children should be given opportunities to move
around freely and to explore their environments. Talking to
each child and caring for the child is important.
Families must included as part of the Incorporate kids in instructional events and campaigns that
life of the school advance kids' education. Mentors ought to spend time with
all pupils by having conversations about problems,
organizing field trips, and acknowledging all of their
academic accomplishments.
High quality education must be Arrange teaching tools according to the developmental stage
developmentally appropriate of the kids. To provide a decent education at an appropriate
time, it is critical that you recognize how your kid is
developing stage. Compose the tasks in a way that finest suits
the growth of your child and ease of comprehending.
High-quality education is Small group sizes are excellent to establish powerful
individualized connections and an in-depth knowledge of every child.
Professors should to connect with learners and serve them
fairly.
High-quality education honors Place each kid in a group and encourage them to socialize
diversity in its many forms with other kids. Include students who have different cultural
and ethnic backgrounds in the classes you teach.
High-quality education uses reasonable Instructors should evaluate students' ability using acceptable
and authentic methods of assessment techniques. There are numerous approaches of evaluating
to find out more about children your youngster. B. Over the day, teachers should take notes
and write down every performance by the students.
Instructors seek households for helpful knowledge when
addressing particular challenges related to calculating the
children's capacities.
High-quality education has a balance Even if kids receive too much opportunity working on their
between self selection and teacher skills, their inventiveness knows no limits. Instructors ought
direction; both approaches are valuable to let students select assignments based on their areas of
interest. Food times and large group periods have to be
adequately managed by teachers.
High-quality education should be Since it incorporates a variety of identities, it is inclusive.
comprehensive Physical self: ought to have resources that encourage the
growth of large, slender muscles. Emotional Self: Teachers
should instill self-control and discipline in the pupils they
teach. Social Self: Teachers ought to plan social events that
make them happy when they work, enable them to engage
with people, and help with learning. Cognitive Self: the
emergence of particular thought processes and abilities in
language. Creative Self: Teachers should inspire pupils to
make work that develops their own artistic abilities.
High-quality teaching is intentional Everyone in the class should feel appreciated comfortable,
and respected in the classroom. Children need to be able to
use carefully chosen supplies and instruments during school
hours at their own speed and desire.
High-quality education has stability During the day including the occurrences for each day.

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 and regularity combined with Because it strains out kids' minds, educators don't assign a
flexibility defined period for activities. To avoid having to keep on top
of the hours you spend, it's important to monitor what you do.
High-quality education has variety It's crucial to the whole day and their readiness to engage in
the lessons and be rested. If educators wish to disrupt the
everyday routine of the classroom, they should take action.
Give children an opportunity to have all of their requirements
met
Children need many kinds of To get the most out of your class studying, encouraging
experiences, as well as changes in student engagement. Plan this sort of interactive educational
basic experiences events, since experiential knowledge is crucial to achieving
the goal of schooling.

Children need changes of pace during Setting reasonable standards that are in line with each child's
the day to avoid monotony and fatigue age, stage of growth, and aptitude is vital. It is imperative that
and to maintain a balance of kinds of caregivers allocate time to provide chronologically suitable
experiences learning opportunities to foster children's trustworthiness,
ability, as well as capacity to deal with problems.
Learning must be based on actual To get what you can out of your student's learning, encourage
experience and participation active participation. Plan appropriate learning events since
experiential learning is essential for academic attainment.
Play is an indispensable avenue for Children have a strong attraction to play, which encourages
learning them to actively engage in activities. Their ability to pay
attention and concentrate has been enhanced by this
engagement, which enhances their ability to process
knowledge. Furthermore, children learn how to operate
differently and with their faculties through play. They could
look into various circumstances, solve puzzles, and devise
unique solutions while establishing creative abilities.
The program should be reflected on Monitoring the outcomes followed the instruction is crucial
daily for development. Instructors need to alter plans for lessons
and responsibilities when things goes incorrect.
High quality education promotes In order to keep infants safe and healthy, we offer them
ethical standards for teachers education and care. Tutors are required to uphold moral
standards of behavior that assist in handling delicate
situations involving kids, families, and classmates.
High quality education should Instructors need to put in a lot of attempt to perform to the
encourage advocacy greatest of their abilities. Teachers ought to stop putting
students' pay above their needs when assisting these pupils
who are struggling. Inappropriate conduct by teachers causes
tension and failing in the classroom. Employees must attend
live conferences and other meetings if they want to learn
more about what's going on while deciding whether kids
might be affected.

The day should be pleasurable Encourage an upbeat mindset in the educational setting.
Children's needs should be taken into account in lessons.
Youngsters become more motivated to learn and feeling more

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 invested and successful as a result. Children need their
teachers to make them laugh, smile, and feel comfortable.
This can be an important component of caregiving.

9. Why are certain families supportive of programming and others so sceptical? What can you do to
open the door to good communication? (Page 34-36)

For specific causes, certain families provide assistance. Their primary goal is for the children to succeed
in school as well as throughout life. Secondly, kindergarteners have a greater likelihood to be inventive,
supportive, and able to build good social abilities. They can also fully brighten their future and are more
open to acquiring knowledge. Parents are suspicious though, because they're worried that their kids won't
be safe in daycare. They believe the kids will go through difficulties and confront issues connected with
racism. Parents may have an adverse view if teachers forbid children from completing class.

There are a few effective methods to alter how parents and family members think:

1. Gaining Information of Families: Getting details is an excellent method to learn more about
families. Gathering data about kids and families is crucial since it enables parents to gain a
greater grasp of their kids' requirements, hobbies, desires, and aspirations. In this sense, it not
only raises the standard of production but also promotes solid relationships between families.
2. Connect effectively: Employees ought to put forth an effort to meet parents' expectations at all
times while communicating with them in an effective manner. Building and keeping long-term
ties with families is facilitated by strong communication.
3. Use a variety of interaction channels: Professors should establish ties with families through a
multitude of channels, including websites, periodicals, email, gatherings, and meetings.
4. Engage parents in meetings: Engaging parents in meetings and classes is crucial. In this manner,
not only will the kid's school performance increase, but program efficiency and staff motivation
also benefit.
5. Communication appropriate parents: Preschoolers instructors have an obligation to provide
family with updates on how their kids are doing. To help parents learn about the development of
their child, they should provide details regarding the child's growth, progress, behavior, and
everyday activities. Instructors must share data with students in a considerate a way, taking notice
of their families' a language and cultural experiences, for instance.
10. Describe the ways an educator can establish a good relationship with families below. (Page 36 )

Factors that improve Description

relationships between
the educator and the
family
Attitude of the The educator's approach is one of the most important considerations when
educator building productive relationships with students' families. In the case of a
teacher enjoying themselves with a student while on the property of the
teacher. A sense of belonging will be conveyed to the entire family and to the
parents. An unfavorable attitude by the teacher, however, can cause problems
between the three of them.
Avoid the “us versus Families and educators can work cooperatively to help children learn how to
them” mentality share a wide range of items, such as food, colors, and other items, in order to
avoid the "us against them" attitude.

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 Understanding family Families can respond and respond in numerous ways. In many respects, when
diversity they are conscious of it or anticipate it, behavioral distinctions between
children. You are able to interact with your children and their families. then
feel confused or annoyed by a need that has been acknowledged a disability
evaluation, or something like "I require greater support." It's essential that
one engages in these discussions with thought and with compassion.
Understanding the The most important function in providing for children is taken on by families.
challenges when As I develop the ability to understand trust, and adjust relations that respect
working with families different points of view and experiences from life, I acquire knowledge about
(Page 38) the fundamental principles of each family. Co-creation is backed by strong
relationships and a culture that appreciates its distinctive qualities.
Community norms related to family. Attachments that are sensitive are
founded on consideration for accountability, secrecy, and trust among one
another.
Show Genuine With sincere care, one can enhance safety and help children learn, grow, and
Concern express themselves by focusing on all of their experiences, including their
extended families. The event is open to both families and children. Respect
for property and identity is evident in every aspect of the surroundings.
Develop cultural The development of cultural competency in both educators and families is
competence (Page 40) strengthened by positive attitudes between them.

11. Describe the process involved in dealing with an angry, frustrated and/or unreasonable caregiver.
(Page 42)

Steps Description of process to deal with situation

The Preamble: what to It is always preferable to take preventive action before a scenario develops.
do before the situation When a caregiver exceeds their temper or becomes frustrated, there need to
arises be someone surrounding to diffuse the situation. The youngsters should
always be kept from experiencing exhaustion because it can make them feel
scared.
Coping with the initial Once the button is pressed, draw down a list of what you do everyday
encounter: what to do objectives and activities. Try to allocate any of them to another individual. If
when that button is you have the chance to take an unplanned vacation, think about getting the
pushed person you love terminal care for a few days.
What to do after the A licensed provider may allow youngsters who might otherwise be grouped
complainer departs in various treatment programs who are either arriving at or disposing of a
local care facility to continue to be grouped close and supervised other than
necessary after the complainer departs and for a duration of thirty minutes
after the completion of a care program.

12. Describe some general principles for helping families deal with crises? (Page 50)
There are several techniques that can be used to solve challenges and emergencies:

Provide some assistance for yourself: It's important for teachers to pay attention since doing so allows
them to better serve as a resource for families of young children. After your parents have confident
addressing the issue with you, your educator is going to give them with the most beneficial assistance
on resolving a challenging condition.

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 Reporting Child Assault: Given the number of child-related occurrences, it is vital for schools to
make sure that children are secure and not enduring any troubles. If a teacher believes that a student is
being mistreated, they have the authority to file a complaint with that individual to the appropriate
authorities. Teachers should also make assured that students attends class, maintain frequent
interactions with family, and form close relationships with each other in order to help them feel more
secure.

Respect family security: Many close relatives and loved ones endured exhibits that they are unable to
stop talking about with others. Eventually, the teachers learn what transpired with the children's
parents, and they are then tasked with protecting the household's privacy. Teachers are required to
maintain the security of student knowledge and cannot share it with other individuals.

Try not to overstate: Teachers must be conscious of the situations that lead to issues inside the family.
Crises like as rape and suicide shock everyone, and they have negative effects on a large number of
individuals, including children. Tutors should therefore react to parental queries and answer them
delicately since this behavior promotes parents to act in a comparable way.

Part 2 Connect and Reflect

13. Child abuse, also known as maltreatment, is common. It is important to understand and reduce the
risks of abuse for your child and be familiar with the signs of abuse and neglect.

About 4 million cases of child abuse and neglect involving almost 7 million children are reported
each year. The highest rate of child abuse is in babies less than one year of age, and 25 percent of
victims are younger than age three.

Most cases reported involve neglect, followed by physical and sexual abuse. There is a lot of overlap
among children who are abused, with many suffering a combination of physical abuse, sexual abuse,
and/or neglect.

 Read section 52 in the BC Child Care Licensing below.

 Read the document: Keeping Kids Safe from Abuse in BC.
 Read: HealthLink BC- Child Abuse and Neglect
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-topics/child-abuse-and-neglect#:~:text=Children%20and
%20teens%20can%20call,police%20or%20child%20protective%20services.

Harmful actions not permitted

52 (1) A licensee must ensure that a child, while under the care or supervision of the licensee, is not
subjected to any of the following:
(a) shoving, hitting, or shaking by an employee or another child, or confinement or physical
restraint by another child.
(b)confinement or physical restraint by an employee, except as authorized in a childcare’s plan if
the care plan includes instructions respecting behavioural guidance.
(c)harsh, belittling, or degrading treatment by an employee or another child, whether verbal,
emotional or physical, that could humiliate the child or undermine the child's self respect.

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 (d)spanking or any other form of corporal punishment.
(e)separation, without supervision by a responsible adult, from other children.
(f)as a form of punishment, deprivation of meals, snacks, rest, or necessary use of a toilet.
(2)A licensee must ensure that a child is not, while under the care or supervision of the licensee, subjected
to any of the following types of abuse or neglect, as described in section 1 of Schedule H:
(a) emotional abuse;
(b)financial abuse;
(c)neglect;
(d)physical abuse;
(e)sexual abuse.
a) Is it ever permissible for a child to undergo any of the harmful actions listed above?
It is certainly ever permitted for anybody to set up a kid in any of the dangerous scenarios indicated
above or to engage in any of these damaging behaviors. Understanding that it may put the youngster
in an atmosphere of fear, which is adverse to their general growth.
b) Describe what you would do if you saw someone treat a child in a harmful way.
Should we ever observe someone mistreating a child, we have to forbid them from
proceeding in that way. Additionally, we need to listen to our children in a way that is
reasonable in order to console them. This ought to remain our first mode of action without
taking any other steps.

c) Have you seen a child being treated in a harmful manner? What did you do? What would you do
differently now, knowing what you know about child guidance and the Child Care Licensing
Regulation?
Yes, regrettably, I once experienced the degrading treatment of a youngster. I made a conscious
choice to learn everything there was to know concerning the child's suffering and how it ultimately
came to be. However, as I continue to get instruction regarding child care and licensing regulations,
I have discovered that we must first gather information about the scenario in order to identify the
error that was made. The youngster confronting the circumstance should be reassured as best we
can. We can prevent the youngster from enduring detrimental consequences through removing that
child. Since the emotional well-being of children is primarily what important and should be
considered before solutions are proposed
d) What are the common signs of child abuse and neglect? (Page 54)

Signs of Abuse and Description

Neglect

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 The Child When a youngster becomes abused or discarded, they begin to distance
away from their peers. Its demeanor shifts, becoming more opposed,
intolerant, or destructive. Anxiety has been a prevalent issue among them.
Furthermore, they start getting headaches and problems with sleep.
The Parent Anemia is a prevalent concern, as are difficulties with physical growth. Low
self-esteem and a shortage of trust. Lack of ability to maintain interactions
and parents' developing indifference in all other people.
The Parent and the When this takes place, both parent and the kid lose curiosity about one
Child another and begin becoming mistreated. This creates a position of ego.
Signs of Physical Abuse Inconceivable breakages, scrapes, or other incidents; mysterious bruises in
multiple stages of recuperation
Signs of Neglect Certain indications of neglect may cause a variety of effects on the overall
growth of a child. It may result in a hazardous attitude that the youngster
grows to predict from and repeat to all those they contact.
Signs of Sexual Abuse The complex and complete awareness of sexual conduct by a young person
Sexual misconduct by a child that is unacceptable for their age. Terrors
during the night and issues with sleep.

Signs of Emotional Postponed growth, either academically or physically. Speech difficulties,

Maltreatment severely low self-esteem, proving antisocial or damaging conduct,
depressed and perhaps thoughts about suicide or efforts. Occasionally
practicing hazardous activity, especially between youngsters.

REMEMBER!

If you think a child or youth under 19 years of age is being abused or neglected, you have the legal duty
to report your concern to a child welfare worker. Phone 1 800 663-9122 at any time of the day or night.

Part 3 Theory into Practice

14. Manjot, a little girl in your learning centre, has started to pinch other children on a regular basis and
hit other children when she does not get her way.

a. Describe what you would say to the parent? (Page 46)

Your child acts strangely from other kids and interacts differently every day. It may be somewhat
difficult for educators to talk to parents about a child's misconduct. Professors ought to let
caregivers know that, compared to the last couple of weeks, their child's behavior has altered. We
have been looking into the reason underlying the kid's preference for other kids. You are
unwilling to give up the kid you love, making us really worried. Furthermore, so as to guarantee
an outstanding a meeting, educators should use a range of effective strategies. It's ideal for
responding to your baby's slaps with a clear spoken reaction. Saying "no" is a single instance. The
following thing to do is to flip the kids down so they can unlock their fingers (or mouth).

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 b. List some practical pointers for conducting a successful conference with her parents.
Being really concerned: Teachers constitute an essential component of every child's daily routine.
If a teacher runs upon any issues on the property, these may be dealt quietly.

Communication is another essential aspect in handling any circumstance. The person who is in
charge of this situation, the teacher, has the ability to tackle the problem with good
communication.

Parents who actively listen to their children: When parents are good supporters, their children will
pay closer attention to them, thereby enabling the parents to stand by the kid. It might call
emphasis to the young person performing inappropriately.

c. How would you help Manjot understand that physical violence is never permissible and that there
are other ways to deal with situations?
Persistence of pain, stroke, coronary heart disease, lung diseases, diabetes, cancer, and a greater
likelihood of gynecological diseases are just a few of the detrimental consequences for health that
it may have. Other psychological health issues include problems related to sexual activity.
The Violence Against individuals (Prohibition) Act seeks to "prohibit all forms of physical
assault against humans in both private and public environments, and provide maximal safety as
well as successful remedies for individuals and sentencing of offenders," according to the
accompanying Explanatory Memorandum.

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