https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n A safe, responsive and nurturing environment en-us 2018-02-28 18:21:16 UTC 2026-01-25 11:43:34 UTC hello@padlet.com kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236585235 Safe, responsive and nurturing environments are an important part of supporting the learning and development of infants, toddlers and preschoolers. (DEC-RP)]]> 2018-02-28 18:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236585235 kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236594790 Toddler rooms must have age-appropriate toys that supports active and creative skills.(Gonzalez-Mena) Age-appropriate toy means a toy that is a good match for their age. The toy should be the interest and the skills they are learning.]]> 2018-02-28 18:47:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236594790 kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236596269 Children learn by exploring the environment. Exploring is important for toddlers to do. Toddlers need an environment that invites them to explore using gross and fine motor skills and all their senses (Gonzalez-Mena) ]]> 2018-02-28 18:49:30 UTC https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236596269 kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236625161 Movement is an important characteristic of young children. Children should me able to move around freely.]]> 2018-02-28 19:30:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236625161 kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236759454 Toddlers need hand-on activities-playing in water , building things with blocks and making things out of mud. Hand-on activities help kids with motor skills and hand-eye coordination.]]> 2018-03-01 03:08:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236759454 kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236761344 Color is a very powerful method. It can appeal  warmth, happiness and excitement. The background should be calm, warm and neutral.(Gonzalez-Mena) Children are less distracted with a neutral background.]]> 2018-03-01 03:19:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236761344 kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236761826 Noise can be a problem with toddlers in a group.  Children will lose focus easily in a noisy environment. Children focus in a smaller group with minimum to no noise.]]> 2018-03-01 03:22:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236761826 kiana_scrutchins https://padlet.com/kiana_scrutchins/itahhmz1e17n/wish/236767989 Gonzalez-Mena, J. and Eyer, D. (n.d.). Infants, toddlers, and caregivers. 10th ed.

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