https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45 Essentials en-us 2019-02-11 22:29:23 UTC 2025-04-09 17:16:34 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Babyhead.png abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330453025 A safe, healthful, separate sleep area is essential in supporting the sleeping habits of the different children in a childcare center (although it should be noted that this might differ greatly across different cultures) (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).]]> 2019-02-12 17:25:48 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330453025 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330453840 A neutral background color helps the people and all of the materials in a room stand out more. This helps children be less distracted and focus better. They can also find toys and other materials more easily (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).    ]]> 2019-02-12 17:27:07 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330453840 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330454457 One of the first general rules for creating an infant environment is that there should be a designated arrival/departure area (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018). This area is the first thing parents see inside a childcare center, so it is a good way to make the center seem inviting and can be utilized as a place for parent-teacher communication.]]> 2019-02-12 17:28:09 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330454457 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330454844 Natural lighting helps add visual appeal and warmth. It also helps minimize the harshness of fluorescent light (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).    ]]> 2019-02-12 17:28:46 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330454844 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330455388 Safe and appropriate toys should be available for infants to play with. Some household items, such as wooden spoons and plastic bowls, make great toys (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).    ]]> 2019-02-12 17:29:38 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330455388 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330455864 Low and open shelves are important in an infant space because they allow children to see their toys and notice different materials to play with. This is great because the infants can make their own choices about what they are interested in (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).    ]]> 2019-02-12 17:30:24 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330455864 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330456201 Infants should be able to get outdoors. A safe outdoor area is essential for them to play in. A variety of toys, structures, and areas lets infants explore and experience a more natural environment. It can also help more mobile infants begin to practice large-muscle skills and coordination (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).    ]]> 2019-02-12 17:30:56 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330456201 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330456522 Play is one of the most essential elements of learning. That being said, infants should be given a safe, developmentally appropriate area for play in the childcare center. This area allows them to become interested and involved in whatever objectives and lessons they create for themselves (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).     ]]> 2019-02-12 17:31:30 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330456522 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330456984 Diapering is an extremely necessary part of caregiving. A separate diapering area with the appropriate supplies and storage is absolutely essential in an infant environment (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018). ]]> 2019-02-12 17:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330456984 abbymaz https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330556063 It is important to have a designated area for feeding infants, as well a comfortable and quiet area to support and accommodate breastfeeding mothers (Gonzalez-Mena & Widmeyer Eyer, 2018).    ]]> 2019-02-12 20:32:10 UTC https://padlet.com/abbymaz/47qk4dr3hq45/wish/330556063