TLCTLC Child Care

Six Points of DANGER

Six Points of Danger Burns –What are some things around the house that can burn children? Sharp Objects –What sharp items are around the house? Choking –What items can kids choke on? Drowning –Where are some places that kids can drown? Poisoning –What types of things are poisonous that kids can get into easily? Automobiles –What is it about automobiles that is so dangerous?

Keys for Care-Giving

Keys to Care-Giving Physical Needs; deals with what? Children need to be safe Children need to be clean Children need to be fed Children need to rest Children need to be warm

Keys to Care-Giving Emotional Need: deals with what Avoid fearful situations for children Keep the child calm in dramatic situations Build the Child’s self-esteem Provide positive comments and praise Give plenty of love and attention

Keys to Care-Giving Guidance NeedsGuidance Needs Give direct statement – tell the child what to do instead of what not to do. Prevent discipline by re-directing behavior Provide a Learning Environment –How? Provide Learning Activities –Like what? Discipline with love –Why?

Discipline Techniques Re-Direct Behavior Use Time-Outs Take Away Privileges Use Rewards-this is a way to avoid punishment Tell parents

Important Phone Numbers Child Abuse Types of abuse –Physical, Emotional, and Neglect –Utah –National Poison Control – South Jordan Police –

Child Care Provider Qualities Patience Creative Energetic Entertaining Responsible Caring Loving Knowledgeable in Child Development Provide for Children’s Needs Discipline with Love

Fun things to do with Children Educational Videos Games Sports Arts and Crafts Plays Cleaning Painting Singing Songs Go to the Park Read Books ABC’s Coloring Building Blocks Make Food