CE220 Unit 9: Tools for Promoting Healthy Habits Sarah Cordett

Thought for the day…. Every step you take, is a step away from where you used to be. -Brian Chargualaf

Weekly Reminders Complete Readings and read Web Resources Post on Discussion Board: – Post detailed responses to discussion question (100 words or more) –Share detailed feedback with at least 2 classmates Post response to Seminar Option 2 IF you do not attend seminar Complete missing assignments Complete your Unit 9 Project!

Unit 9 Project 1)You are going to write a 2-3 page paper (in addition to a title and reference page) that explains and identifies a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor learning environment for 1 chosen age group: 0-4months, 5-12 months, 2-4 years old, or 5-8 years old 2) Please make sure to include the following components: An Introduction paragraph that previews the paper and shares the importance of providing a healthy indoor and outdoor learning environment and addresses how health, safety and nutrition are interrelated and dependent on one another. Paragraph 2: Share four age-appropriate learning activities and toys that reinforce the important of health, nutrition, and safety. Paragraph 3: Discuss an ideal location, space and security of a center, school, etc.; and explain appropriate facility maintenance and upkeep Paragraph 4: Describe at least four appropriate food safety guidelines. ( Some examples: Proper food handling procedures and precautions for breast milk, formula and solids; proper food preparation to include common food choking hazards; precautions and alternative food choices addressing common allergies including nuts, wheat and milk). Conclusion paragraph that summarizes the main points of the paper and discusses the information mentioned in the body paragraphs.

Dental Health Why do we need to place importance on dental health for children right from the start? –Temporary teeth serve several purposes –Establish good habits for a lifetime (Marotz, pp ) Field Trip Baby Teeth are Important by Dr. Molly Gunsaulis

Supporting Healthy Teeth How can parents support healthy teeth for their children? –Regular dental visits –Provide them with a healthy diet –Teach children how to brush and be a good role model Field Trip Tooth Brushing for Kids – Crawford the Cat – Educational

Healthy Teeth and Bones Necessary minerals: Calcium, Phosphorus, Flouride, Iron Important vitamins: A, D, C, B (essential for cell division and formation and maintenance of bones) Water: important for all body tissue How can ECPs use this information with children they care for? (Marotz, pp )

Let’s work together! Getting families educated on and involved in children’s health is a must! How would you plan in-service training for staff and family? How would you plan to get a busy parent/caregiver more involved in a child's health and safety?

HELP! From what you may glean from your readings, class materials and/or classroom experience, what health issue do you think will be/is your biggest challenge? How do you think you may (or how do you presently) handle this challenge?

Wrap-up Teachers open the door, but you must enter by yourself." -Chinese Proverb

References Marotz, L. (2009). Health, safety, and nutrition for the young child. Clifton Park, NY: Thomson Delmar Learning.