CHD 204 Ch 4

Outdoor play is very important for children's development since it plays a vital role in learning, social development, and health. a. True b. False

A

In an infant room arrangement: a. there must be opportunities for infants to safely explore the environment with their senses. b. activity areas should be designed for eating, sleeping, diapering, and playing. c. the organization should be the same as in a preschool classroom. d. rocking chairs must be included for comforting the infants. e. most of the space should be dedicated to large group activities where infants can play together.

A, B & D

What steps should a teacher take to create an inclusive environment? a. See each child as a unique, complex individual, whether the child has special needs or not. b. Minimize the amount of clutter and confusion in the classroom, so that children with learning disorders can more easily concentrate. c. Create an environment that is clear of obstacles, so that all children can move around the space safely. d. Label materials only in the dominant language of the community, since not every language can be represented in the classroom. e. Work together with families to help each child reach his or her full potential.

A, B, C & E

While dealing with challenging behaviors in the classroom: a. be consistent in your applications of the rules. b. communicate with parents regarding expectations of behavior. c. stop bullying behavior immediately. d. focus on the child's personality traits rather than the child's behaviors. e. model the behaviors you expect of the students.

A, B, C & E

Which statements are true of indoor materials, supplies, and equipment? a. Soft toys and furniture should be included. b. The floors must be able to take heavy wear. c. There should be different learning materials for boys and girls. d. Items must be nontoxic, sturdy, and easy to maintain. e. Equipment, materials, and supplies should be developmentally appropriate.

A, B, D, & E

A developmentally appropriate toddler room is basically just a scaled-down version of an appropriate preschool program. a. True b. False

B

The first priority in outdoor spaces is: a. development of gross motor skills. b. safety. c. sensory stimulation. d. fun.

B

Which statement provides good advice for using color in the early education classroom? a. Use only the colors of the rainbow. b. Be sure to include brown and black in the color scheme. c. Use only the primary colors. d. Use as many colors as possible in as much of the space as possible.

B

While the indoor areas of an early education classroom should be arranged with care, it is not necessary to specifically arrange the outdoor areas. In fact, it is best to leave the outdoor areas as natural as possible. a. True b. False

B

Which statements about rules are accurate? a. Teachers should not provide explanations for rules. b. Teachers should remind children of rules and listen to their frustrations. c. The rules should vary based on the individuals involved. d. The rules should vary based on the situation. e. Rules should be kept simple and few in number.

B & E

To help children effectively cope with the outward expression of their feelings: a. make behavioral expectations clear by using "don't" in reprimands. b. help children identify what they are feeling. c. use suggestions and redirections to modify children's behavior. d. give children an appropriate outlet for their feelings. e. have children explain their behavior to other children.

B, C, D & E

The environment in an early education classroom should be like: a. a fairy tale. b. a playground. c. a home. d. a theme park.

C

When planning learning centers, it is best to think of your space as having four zones: a. academic, playful, social, and individual. b. fine motor, gross motor, physical, and emotional. c. individual, group, physical, and intellectual. d. wet, dry, active, and quiet.

D

Which message should the environment of an early education classroom send to children? a. "You are smart and inquisitive." b. "You should be independent." c. "We are all alike." d. "We care about you and you belong."

D

When arranging the classroom, be sure to avoid: a. a partially enclosed block center. b. a clear path from the front door to different parts of the room. c. making the library area small. d. large, open spaces. e. long runways.

D & E