DCF Child Growth and Development (CGAD) Personality Is the totality of a person's attitude, interests, behavioral patterns, emotional response, social
... [Show More] roles and individual traits other endure over long periods of time. Heredity Is the blend of physical and temperamental characteristics inherited by a child from the birth parent. The influence of birth order on child development - the youngest child may be more pampered and creative. - the only child may be the center of attention, often enjoys position. May feel special. - the first child may develop competent, responsible behavior, or become very discouraged. - the second child may act as if in a race, trying to catch up or overtake first child. If first child is "good", may be labeled "bad". - the third child or middle children may feel unloved, left out, "squeezed" - the youngest children may behave like the only child, may feel that everyone is bigger and more capable. Addressing special needs 1. A child that is physically challenged - ensure puzzle piece have knobs 2. A child that is socially challenged - ensure this activity is available often and ground rules are established 3. A child that shy or emotionally challenged - ensure this activity is available often and ground rules are established 3. A child that's shy or emotionally challenged - have children work in pairs or small groups 4. A child that is gifted - provide enrichment activities that build from puzzle subject 5. A child that is mentally challenged - combine pieces to reduce the total number of puzzle pieces Developmental domains 1. Physical health: refers to typical growth pattern, changes in weight and height, general health and safely, visual perception, hearing and understanding the rules of health care professionals 2. Motor development: refer to a child's ability to make about and control various body parts 3. Is a broad area that focuses on now children feel about themselves and their relationship with others.
Domain definitions 1. Approaches to learning: refers to a child's eagerness to learn 2. Language & communication: refers to the child's ability to communicate with others 3. Cognitive development & general knowledge: refers to the child's intellectual or mental abilities Why is it important to use the developmental domains in your lesson plans? Some children stay on task for longer periods of times. Developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) Are age appropriate, individually appropriate, individually appropriate, and socially and culturally appropriate. DAP are valuable general guidelines to support children's learning. Elements needed for creating developmentally appropriate programs 1. Active learning: children learn during activity by doing 2. Meaningful experience: children have a fun and memorable time during activity to which they can relate on a developmental level 3. Nurturing relationship: the child's a positive [Show Less]