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Module 8: Interactions and Guidance

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Page 1-Communication
Page 2-Positive Communication
Page 3-Communication Strategies
Page 4-Development of Self
Page 5-Development of Self
Page 6-Discussion Question: Self-Esteem
Page 7-Basic Needs
Page 8-Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Page 8a-Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Assignment
Page 9-Guidance vs. Punishment
Page 10-Encouragement
Page 11-Behavior Management
(Module 8 is Approximately 2 Hours)
Page 12-Inappropriate Forms of Punishment
Page 13-Inappropriate Forms of Punishment

Page 14-Discussion Question: Behavior
Page 15-Friendship
Page 16-Moral Development
Page 17-Discussion Question: Moral Development
Page 18-Conflict Resolution
Page 19-Teaching Conflict Management
Page 20-Teaching Conflict Management
Page 21-Executive Function
Page 22-Video Executive Function
Module 8 Quiz

Module 8 Learning Outcomes

This module is designed to help participants identify a variety of factors which may influence a child’s behavior and develop strategies to work with children who exhibit challenging behaviors. This module is based on information on pages 71-83 in the Child Care Licensing Guidebook, 2nd ed. (2006). DEL-LC 2001 (x) 10/06

  1. Inappropriate adult expectations
  2. Children’s basic needs
  3. Causes of problem behaviors
  4. Responding to Problem Behaviors

Topics:

  • Identify the ways that any of the following may influence a child’s behavior: developmental needs, caregiver behaviors, physical health, individual family practices/culture, inappropriate adult expectations, and environment
  • Recognize goals of mistaken behavior, and identify positive strategies to respond to a child’s mistaken behavior
  • Identify transitions throughout the day
  • Become aware of difficult transition times for children
  • Learn how to help children through transitions

Recommended Resources

Video Source, Page 2: EducationGovUK

Video Source, Page 22: Alberta Family Wellness

Clark, J. (1999). Time-in: When time-out ain't working. St. Paul, MN: Redleaf Press

Crary, E. (1984). Kids can cooperate: A practical guide to teaching problem solving. Seattle: Parenting Press

Crary, E. (1979). Without spanking or spoiling: A practical approach to toddler and preschool guidance. Seattle: Parenting Press

Ehmke, Rachel (2012). Helping Kids Who Struggle With Executive Functions. New York, NY: The Child Mind Institute

Kaiser, B., & Sklar Rasminsky, J. (2002). Challenging behavior in young children: Understanding, preventing, and responding effectively. Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon, Inc.

Kaiser, B., & Sklar Rasminsky, J. (2000). Meeting the challenge: Effective strategies for challenging behaviors in early childhood environments

Kohn, A. (1993). Punished by rewards: The trouble with gold stars, incentive plans, A’s, praise, and other bribes

Nelson, J. (1981). Positive discipline. Fair Oaks, CA: Sunrise Press

Nelson, J., Erwin, C., & Duffy, R. (1995). Positive discipline for preschoolers: For their early years – raising children who are responsible, respectful, and resourceful. Roseville, CA: Prima Publishing

Tobin, L. (1998). What do you do with a child like this: Inside the lives of troubled children. Duluth, MN: Person Associates

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