1. Caregiver Responsibilities

2. That’s the Way Kids Are

3. Responsibilities of Caregivers n Love and Understanding n Maturity n Health n Safety

4. Responsibilities of Caregivers n Developmental stages of children n Guidance n Play n Toys

5. Confused Cathy n Write down at least 20 mistakes that Cathy makes while being a child caregiver.

6. Emergency Guide n Choking n Fractures/Sprains n Convulsions n Animal Bites n Nosebleeds

7. Emergency Guide n Skin Wounds n Poisoning n Insect Stings n Burns n Head Injuries

8. Ten Tips for Safety n Never leave a small child alone at any time. n Keep the child away from electrical equipment or hot objects. n Keep gates closed or have a barrier across the top of stairs. n Keep dangerous objects out of children’s reach.

9. Ten Tips for Safety n Do not let children run around with sharp objects in their mouths. n Keep pot handles turned to the inside of the stovetop. n Keep children away from water unless supervised constantly.

10. Ten Tips for Safety n Teach children how to use their toys safely. n Teach children to pick up their toys when they are finished playing with them. n Teach children to stay out of the street.

11. Spot the Safety Hazard n What safety hazard is connected with the word on your card? n How can you correct it?

12. Summary n Begin a caregiver is a big responsibility. n It requires preparation and dependability. n This responsibility cannot be taken lightly.