My Supports

My Supports

 

 

Factors that provide support are my family. These overall support helps me deal with morals and strength in reaching my goals and pursing over daily obstacles. Without these supports it would be really difficult because there would be no one to fall on with ways in reaching and overcoming these obstacles. It would be difficult because there would be no one to confine in and provide me with wisdom and direction. This is why I am truly grateful for all of them. 

 

Potential benefits of support:

 

Guidance

Direction

Wisdom

Strength

Trust

 

To exist without this support would be difficult and hard to come by . The factors that are provided, I feel, are essentials needed to make throughout out life's choices. These are extremely important and signify the way in which having a support system is crucial to ones needs.  

 

 

 

Connections to Play

My Connections to Play

Two Quotes about Play:

“Play is the only way the highest intelligence of humankind can in fold”- Joseph Chilton Pearce

“A child loves his play, not because its easy, but its hard”- Benjamin Spoke (Pediatrician, author)

             

Play today is extremely different then it was years ago. The added amount of technology was not at use. Thereby a child’s stimulus was play and typically outdoor play. Bikes, parks, lakes and other nature scenes were involved and the ideas of learning about all of these objects took place and added value to the Child's development and learning. I remember when I was at a lake with my family and friends. The ideas of saying “water” and “duck” was a great experience because not only could I see them but I could also touch these objects and describe them as well. Having this real life visual of the stimulus is great for the child because you can use your senses to describe the scene and events that take place. I feel that play should take place outside in the nature scene that really reveals the environment. In today’s world they have centers and “dramatic play”, however it more prevalence was taken outside of the classroom then the about of having a “hands on effect” will be impeccable and truly apply the essence in learning.

Relationship Reflection

Relationship Reflection

Relationships and partnerships are important because it builds a network of communication and connection as well as developing important moral support throughout life's challenges and educational goals.

Relationships important to myself includes:  

My Husband  - moral support, guidance

My Parents  - guidance, shared past experiences

My Sister  - moral support, friendships, shared likeness

My Grandparents  - guidance, moral support and wisdom

Insights gained throughout these relationships has been trust and communication. i feel that communication has been a small issue. Having communication for relationships is extremely valuable and can benefit both party's. Special characteristics of these relationships include moral support throughout decision making as well as shared experiences. Work, in the early childhood profession, can be supported through these relationships by moral support and confidence to succeed and develop a deeper understanding of the field.

Thanks so much Vivian, JaKalia, and Towanda. I wish you much success in all of your endeavors. You post have been great in contributing common knowledge of Child Development. Great Job Again!

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Child Development

Child Development is a great process that involves the growth of a child in many areas. Rather through cognitive acts, all mental processes, or physical qualities, such as grasping and obtaining fine motor skills. The amount of growth changes rapidly as a child grows.

“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”
― Mahatma Gandhi

This quote demonstrated that learning is extremely important and can change the lives of individuals as well as children.

Colleague's

My colleagues have greatly supported me throughout this great course. This has been through the means of shared discussion along with feedback and questions that have pondered more remarkable insights into child development. I have supported them through shared means of feedback, questions, and discussions as well. As they continue their professional path, I wish them great luck and success. Along with determination as to change the field of education for the better.

Testing for Intelligence?

The commitment to the whole child should be measured and accessed in all capabilities. Whether by physical developmental attributes to brain development and overall health. These developmental pattens Will reveal the overall growth of the child and relinquish knowledge on where this child should be in terms of development and how these rapid patterns of growth and health can be established, whether by school or home.

China Physical Development  vs Academics
In terms of being physically accessed Chinese children are unique compared to those in other developing countries because they do not perform household chores. Instead, they are under pressure to achieve scholastically. Participation in physical activities outside of school is almost nonexistent. Current television watching habits are relatively low compared to developed countries and walking/biking is a common form of commuting.  (Popkin, 2003) The descriptive analysis herein represents the foundation upon which future longitudinal studies of PA in this population will be based. (Popkin, 2003) A total of 72% engage in study-related activities outside of school for a median of 420 min/week. Only 8% of Chinese school children, regardless of gender, watch television > or =2 h/day; less than 1% watch > or =4 h/day. Chores related to housework are not a part of life for Chinese school children; fewer than 20% performed these tasks. (Popkin, 2003)

Chinese children also commute to school by walking more often then U.S or other countries. They are more eager to participate in "academic" sport rather then physical activity. Due to the customs and beliefs of their traditions of their culture. In terms of academics, their assessment is relatively high in Math and Science, in comparison with other countries.

Resource Application

Popkin, B.(2003) Physical activity and inactivity in Chinese school-aged youth: the China Health and Nutrition Survey. Int J Obes Relat Metab Disord.pp 1093-9

Child Poverty

Nearly 15 million children in the United States – 21% of all children – live in families with incomes below the federal poverty level – $22,350 a year for a family of four. Research shows that, on average, families need an income of about twice that level to cover basic expenses. Using this standard, 44% of children live in low-income families. (NCCP, 2012)

Some of these children have parents who work, but low wages and unstable employment leave their families struggling to make ends meet. Poverty can impede children’s ability to learn and contribute to social, emotional, and behavioral problems. Poor health and mental health are also contributed. Risks are greatest for children who experience poverty when they are young and/or experience deep and persistent poverty. (NCCP, 2012)

I have relatives within my family who grew up in poverty. They revealed the lack of clothing, food, and support while grwoing up. It was also implied that their only source for food was from school. The free breakfast and lunch povided substantial amount of food to get through the day and survive. Although food was provided in school, it was also hard for them to concentrate, due to hunger, appearence and bullying. Bullying is an increasing act that needs to be demolished in school.

Children are currently feeling this stressor of child poverty all over the world. Their bisocial, cognitive, and psychosocial development is lowered due to the nutritional aspects needed for their bodies. Without propr fooan clothing the affect of development is at play. Children in china also face poverty. 200 million people in China live below the international poverty line of $1.25/day.
468 million people in China live with under $2/day.55% of China’s population lives in the countryside. (UN, 2009) With these facts in mind children are suffering. They are maltreated and lack the basic essentials in order to survive.

Resource Application

NCCP (2012) Child Poverty, National Center for Children in Poverty.NY accessed July 22, 2012
         http://www.nccp.org/topics/childpoverty.html

UNICEF and U.N. Human Development Report 2009, http://hdrstats.undp.org/en/indicators/103.html

Read more: http://www.allgirlsallowed.org/category/topics/poverty-china#ixzz21M14EsOo

Malnutrition in INDIA

                                                          Malnutrition in INDIA

Nutrition is needed for infants and children in order to grow and develop properly. In view of where nutrition is diminished, malnutrition takes place where one’s body does not get enough nutrients. The child can occur certain conditions such as dizziness, faint, digestion, absorption, and other medical conditions.

India has a high malnutrition rate. Malnutrition kills 5 million children every year and by six seconds its kill’s one child. Due to India’s high malnutrition rate the need for a policy was in high demand.

National Nutrition Policy was adopted by the Government of India in 1993 under the aegis of the Department of Women and Child Development. It advocated a multi-sectoral strategy for eradicating malnutrition and achieving optimum nutrition for all. The policy advocates the monitoring the nutrition levels across the country and sensitising government machinery on the need for good nutrition and prevention of malnutrition

Reference application:

Mother and Child Nutrition (2012) Mother, Infant, and Young Child Nutrition & Malnutrition

accessed July 7, 2012 http://motherchildnutrition.org/india/index.html

Birth is a great thing! A story that I was told, was when I was born. I had the umbilical cord wrapped around my neck. I had no oxygen and my face was blue. Through miracles and doctors the amount of alleviation for my mother was succeeded, and I became a healthy girl. I do not remember this event however I was told that is was the start of a traumatic experience, causing myself to be thankful for life. Birth can greatly impact one’s life, and thereby the cause of prenatal care has to be needed

Birth in Thiland

According to the Central Thai beliefs, conception occurs when a khwan (soul) flies into the womb during an encounter. It is also said that one who starts craving sour foods is thought to be pregnant. Women in thiland have to tell thier mate first, mother, then mther in oaw if they are pregnant (In that oreer) If the women wants an aborthin then she must see a Buddhists and is often told that she is disobeying relition and causeing a life of a future child. Aborthins are illigal, however it the mothers life is in danger or if there are health risk or a young child ,teenager or younger, then it is permitted.

Examining Codes of Ethics


Ideal I-1.2 To base program practices upon current knowledge and research in the field of early childhood education, child development, and related disciplines, as well as on particular knowledge of each child.

-This ideal is vital because having current knowledge of he curriculum along with research is needed to keep childhood development afloat. Information has to be updated at least annually. In my professional life this is important because teachers have to keep up with technology and new resources and concepts, if not then students tend to become easily bored.

Ideal I-1.4 To appreciate the vulnerability of children and their dependence on adults

-This ideal is needed because children need to depend on adults as a way of development. They also need to feel save and secure in their environment. IIn my professional life this dependency is seen mostly throughout young children who are leaving "mommy and daddy" while creating and getting use to a "new school"

Ideal I - 1.11 To provide all children with experiences in a language that they know, as  well as support children in maintaining the use of their home language and in learning English.

-This ideal is important because it allows children to accept their heritage as well as learn English. This in part can help teachers create a more comfortable atmosphere for all of their students, while creating a great experience. In my professional life this is necessary with conversing with ESL students or other students that speak two languages.

Early Childhood Articles/Books

                                              ARTICLE

Art Across the Curriculum

By Francis Wardle, Ph.D http://www.earlychildhoodnews.com/earlychildhood/article_view.aspx?ArticleID=406                                                               BOOK The Magic Years: Understanding and Handling the Problems of Early Childhood [Book]by Selma H. Fraiberg in Books                                                    Article Teaching Global Awareness with Arts & Crafts By Anna Reyner, MA http://www.earlychildhoodnews.com/earlychildhood/article_view.aspx?ArticleID=307

Required Resources

• Course Media: "The Resources for Early Childhood"
  Five early childhood professionals discuss their preferred and trusted resources.

Part 1: Position Statements and Influential Practices

• NAEYC. (2009). Developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood programs serving children from birth through age 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/dap
  
• NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on child abuse prevention. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/ChildAbuseStand.pdf
  
• NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on school readiness. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Readiness.pdf
  
• NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on responding to linguistic and cultural diversity. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/diversity.pdf
  
• NAEYC. (2003). Early childhood curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation: Building an effective, accountable system in programs for children birth through age 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/pscape.pdf
  
• NAEYC. (2009, April). Early childhood inclusion: A summary. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_ECSummary_A.pdf
  
• Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. (2010). Infant-toddler policy agenda. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://main.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ter_pub_infanttodller
  
• FPG Child Development Institute. (2006, September). Evidence-based practice empowers early childhood professionals and families. (FPG Snapshot, No. 33). Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~snapshots/snap33.pdf
  
  Note: The following article can be found in the Walden University Library databases.
  
• Turnbull, A., Zuna, N., Hong, J. Y., Hu, X., Kyzar, K., Obremski, S., et al. (2010). Knowledge-to-action guides. Teaching Exceptional Children, 42(3), 42-53.
  Use the Academic Search Complete database, and search using the article's title.

Part 2: Global Support for Children's Rights and Well-Being

• Article: UNICEF (n.d.). Fact sheet: A summary of the rights under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.unicef.org/crc/files/Rights_overview.pdf
  
• Websites:
  
• • World Forum Foundation
    http://worldforumfoundation.org/wf/wp/about-us
    This link connects you to the mission statement of this organization. Make sure to watch the media segment on this webpage
    
  • World Organization for Early Childhood Education
    http://www.omep-usnc.org/
    Read about OMEP's mission.
    
  • Association for Childhood Education International
    http://acei.org/
    Click on "Mission/Vision" and "Guiding Principles and Beliefs" and read these statements.

Part 3: Selected Early Childhood Organizations

• National Association for the Education of Young Children
  http://www.naeyc.org/
  
• The Division for Early Childhood
  http://www.dec-sped.org/
  
• Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families
  http://www.zerotothree.org/
  
• WESTED
  http://www.wested.org/cs/we/print/docs/we/home.htm
  
• Harvard Education Letter
  http://www.hepg.org/hel/topic/85
  
• FPG Child Development Institute
  http://www.fpg.unc.edu/main/about.cfm
  
• Administration for Children and Families Headstart's National Research Conference
  http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/opre/hsrc/
  
• HighScope
  http://www.highscope.org/
  
• Children's Defense Fund
  http://www.childrensdefense.org/
  
• Center for Child Care Workforce
  http://www.ccw.org/
  
• Council for Exceptional Children
  http://www.cec.sped.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home
  
• Institute for Women's Policy Research
  http://www.iwpr.org/
  
• National Center for Research on Early Childhood Education
  http://www.ncrece.org/wordpress/
  
• National Child Care Association
  http://www.nccanet.org/
  
• National Institute for Early Education Research
  http://nieer.org/
  
• Pre[K]Now
  http://www.preknow.org/
  
• Voices for America's Children
  http://www.voices.org/
  
• The Erikson Institute
  http://www.erikson.edu/
  

Part 4: Selected Professional Journals Available in the Walden Library

Tip: Use the A-to-Z e-journal list to search for specific journal titles. (Go to "How Do I...?", select "Tips for Specific Formats and Resources," and then "e-journals" to find this search interface.)

• YC Young Children
• Childhood
• Journal of Child & Family Studies
• Child Study Journal
• Multicultural Education
• Early Childhood Education Journal
• Journal of Early Childhood Research
• International Journal of Early Childhood
• Early Childhood Research Quarterly
• Developmental Psychology
• Social Studies
• Maternal & Child Health Journal
• International Journal of Early Years Education

With these Learning Resources in mind, please proceed to the Discussion.

"All of us have to recognize that we owe our children more than we have been giving them"- Hillary Clinton

"Education is not a problem. Education is an Oppritunity - Lyndon B. Johnson

Personal Childhood Web

Grandy (Father) Mellow, Calm, Collected- He is the resolver of the family and always keeps peace. He has helped me cope with reality and learn from my experiences. I am definitely "Daddy's Girl"

Angela (Mother) Driven, Energetic, Optimistic- She has opened my eyes to Dreams beyond my expectation and accomplish goals to reach them with high-energy.

Amanda (Baby-Sister) High-Maintenance, Bubbly, Social- She has entertained me and allowed me to become more sociable in life and meet new people from "all walks of life." Even though we are polar opposites, we still love each other and are best-friends.

Aurthur & Alice (Grandparents) Patient, Kind, Loving- They have provided ongoing support and have always spoiled me with everything. I also enjoy my grandmothers cooking! She always prepares sweet-potato pies as we share with her our problems or life experiences and resolve them with her.

Marlow (Husband) Realistic, Secure, Loving- I have a new meaning of love and connection. He has taught me real patience in the reality's of life as well as moral support in anything that I do! :)

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

By Eric Carle reveals growth of a caterpillar through a fun and exciting new way for kids. It also uses food from different food groups along with great color and counting skills. Students can also focus on the letter C and the overall process of the Caterpillar.

Nathan's Drawing Age 3

Ellen said to me: “Nathan drew a wonderful monster: with big eyes, and ears and purple feet with a big smile across its face. Then, I turned around, and he scribbled all over it!”

Scribbles? No problem! I interpreted the brown and green ‘scribbles’ as stripes.

(It looks like Scribble but in their eyes its a cool picture)

Hear are two interpretations of Nathans drawings! From His view to Our View

Educational Quote:

The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows. ~Sydney J. Harris

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