1. Organizing Inclusive Infant-Toddler Care
O’Brien-Chapter 4

2. Organization for Children
4 major areas to examine… -

3. Organization for Children
Infant-Toddler Care Environment
organized to meet children’s individual needs for __________________________________ _______________________
physical environment=_____________________________
furniture & equipment=____________________________
___________________=softly carpeted, foam mats, definition to activity areas
Number of children
needs to be_______ to minimize stress and ensure that every child receives a lot of ______________________________________
children with disabilities or developmental delays ____________ enrolled in classrooms with their age-mates and should make transitions from infants to the toddler class at approximately ___________________________ as other typically developing children
Opinions??

4. Organization for Children
Daily Schedule
needs to be _______________________, encouraging children’s full participation by allowing them to anticipate events
the daily schedule for infants is organized around the infant’s _____________________ for feeding, sleeping and diapering and to take advantage of their awake and active periods
toddlers can be expected to cooperate with a daily schedule that provides a lot of ___________________, but also arranges meals and naps at the same time each day
Figure 4.1: page 63 in O’Brien textbook
Physical Environment
needs to be ________________________
play areas are ___________ from eating, diaper-changing and sleeping areas
spacious and _____________________ for toddlers who are “on the go”
cozy area, soft corners
completely _______=encourages children to explore without interference and without endangering themselves others.

5. Things to remember…
children with disabilities or developmental delays need the ______________________ ____________________ as typically developing children
responsive, individualized care in a safe & stimulating environment should be available to every child
CONNECT Video 1.12: Routine in a program-rolling with friends (3:25 min)
Observe how the physical therapist supports all the children’s participation in rolling over activity. She is working on developing Jake’s motor skills, particularly his ability to roll, surrounded by a roomful of classmates. What could have been a pull-out, one-on-one therapy session was turned into a fun group activity where all children are participating and modeling his exercises.
two general types of activities -
children should be given many opportunities to ____________________________
play activities need to be focused primarily on having ____, ______________ of materials & environment, ____________________ with objects & people
teachers need to anticipate child’s needs and be ready to meet them
____________________________ are a PRIORITY!

6. Organization for Teachers
need to be __________________ & ________________________ in advance
have a __________________________ that specifies area or activity for which each teacher is responsible
daily living activities are given value
_____________ are given their own place on a schedule, recognizing toddlers need time to learn these skills & not be rushed
allow for______________ in schedule
have a _______________________
the lead teacher is never assigned to feed babies…why?
feeding is the least flexible of infant care routines & it is not well suited to the other responsibilities of the lead teacher
planned activities need to be _________________________
other activities are available to those who choose not to participate in teacher-directed activity
_________________________ in the group also influence the daily schedule

7. Organization of The Physical Environment
Space for Exploration & Experience
large portion of the day is devoted to ______
best play space=open and carpeted floorplan
Invites _________________________
wheelchair accessible
constant teacher ______________
pictures, artwork, toys are at the ______________________
toys, safe and appealing, on _________________ where children can reach them
three similar or identical versions of each toy…why? -
uncluttered areas for crawlers & beginner walkers
variety of toys
children should not be required to use toys in a specific area
teachers are responsible for carrying our simple play activities that are fun, yet help children gain new experiences, learn new skills, discover new ways of using toys, may new sounds/say new words, and practice & build on previously acquired skills

8. Organization of The Physical Environment
Space for Activities of Daily Living
__________________ from play areas
furniture is designed so it works for ______________
Adequate _____________ is necessary
off limits to children unless supervised by adult
1. Greeting Area
area separate from classroom
a place to drop off-pick up
children’s belongings are transferred, too
a very important activity=______________________________________________________________
cubbies, mailboxes, coat hangers
bulletin board=________________________________________________________________________

9. Organization of The Physical Environment
Space for Activities of Daily Living
2. Diapering/toileting Area
diapering table-good working height for adult, adjacent to a sink, 3-inch lip on side
diapering area is ______________________________________________; teacher faces play space
sink used for diapering must be completely separate from sinks used for other purposes
toilet area-large enough to accommodate a wheelchair, include “potty” seats, child-size toilet, and child-size sink
should include ________________________________________________________
______________________ should contain extra clothes, diapers, wipes, disposable gloves, cleaning supplies
diapers get disposed of in a lined, hands-free trash container
3. Feeding/eating Area
easily _______________________________
younger infants=secure reclining seats, independent-sitting infants=feeding chairs/high chairs, toddlers=low chairs at child-size tables
storage areas must be childproof

10. Organization of The Physical Environment
A safe and healthy environment
teachers must be knowledgeable about state standards for health & safety
______________________=a set of health standards for child care, recommended as a guide for director
3 ways to ensure children’s safety
careful ______________________
close ________________
careful ________________________________
#1 case of accidents of infants & toddlers in child care settings results from _____
be particularly alert when children are using indoor or outdoor climbing equipment
______________________=most effective preventive health measures
regular use of ________________________ (1 part chlorine to 10 parts water)
frequent, thorough ________________________
most common illness of infants and toddlers include: respiratory infections, gastrointestinal infections (vomiting/diarrhea), ear infections, and skin rashes
teachers should know __________________
may need to learn how to provide care for a child with special needs

11. Lecture Supplements Article-Caring for Infants (7 pgs)
discusses how a parent/family identifies quality inclusive care for their child
Handout-BICC Questions to Consider in UDL Observations in Early Childhood Environments
using the above checklist, watch the video and “rate” the toddler play space
Toddler Classroom (6:32 min)
This video is a tour of a toddler classroom. The moderator describes various areas in the classroom. Please take notes and outline how to support participation for young toddlers with disabilities in this classroom.
for further learning about inclusive early Learning in PA, go to Internet site-A Family Guide to [Inclusive] Early Learning in PA (86 pgs)