Introduction Fostering friendships and promoting social competence is important

Introduction
Fostering friendships and promoting social competence is important for all young children.  It is particularly important for youth with disabilities.  Teachers should create an atmosphere where all children feel comfortable taking risks and are accepting of one another.
The Assignment
Summarize the article by answering the three questions listed below. Each question should have an answer that has a minimum of 7 sentences. Please make sure you read the statement on Plagiarism. Also, do not copy and paste the article- that is plagiarism.  Title must be included
Article:  EDU 259 article.pdf EDU 259 article.pdf – Alternative Formats (Building Community in the Classroom)
(If you have difficulty accessing this pdf, contact your instructor for assistance)
After reading the article, answer the following questions:
1. What is the main focus of the article? What are the five key components, according to NAEYC, of creating a caring community of learners?
2. Choose 3 of the key components and discuss an activity for each of the 3 components.
3. How do you plan to use the ideas and strategies with children in the classroom? How will the activities you discussed, in paragraph 2, benefit all children?
Grading Criteria
Maximum points are given when length of 3 paragraphs,minimum of 7 sentences in each, is met and content summarizes key strategies to use with young children and families. Title must be included
20 points – Three paragraphs are included, each paragraph has a minimum of seven sentences
20 points – First paragraph summarizes the main focus of the article and includes components from NAEYC
30 points – Second paragraph discusses three components and related activities
30 points – Third paragraph gives specific strategies/ideas you will use when working with young children.
Points are deducted for errors in grammar and spelling.  Also noted is clarity of the summary and students comprehension of the content.
Resources
EDU 259 article.pdf EDU 259 article.pdf – Alternative Formats (Building Community in the Classroom)

Consider the following quote by Barlis (2013): “What is the most underused resou

Consider the following quote by Barlis (2013):
“What is the most underused resource in education today? Parents.”
Now also consider the following statement from the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct (Links to an external site.) (2011):
“The family and the early childhood practitioner have a common interest in the child’s well-being, we acknowledge a primary responsibility to bring about communication, cooperation, and collaboration between the home and early childhood program in ways that enhance the child’s development.”
In your journal, analyze what these two statements mean to you as an early childhood education professional in today’s society. Compose a 250-300 word response that demonstrates your reflection.
Your journal in this course allows you to present your professional reflections, using the content knowledge and personal beliefs that you have gained. There is no right or wrong answer for the journal prompts; however, you are encouraged to think deeply about the topic and elaborate on your reflections in your writing. Graduate level thought and writing are expected.

Assignment Research a procedure typically performed on children and/or teens usi

Assignment
Research a procedure typically performed on children and/or teens using credible reference(s). The procedure must be different from the one used in your Procedure Overview. Using the information you find, create a Preparation Book. Your preparation book should be multiple pages depending on the complexity of the procedure and presented in a professional manner. PowerPoint slides are usually used. Other presentation methods are acceptable as long as the overall presentation is professional. All information used in your preparation book must be in your own words and not copied and pasted from a credible website. Child life specialists often use preparation books as tools for procedural preparation/education interventions for pediatric patients and their families.
Expectations
□ Create a title page including the name of the procedure, your name, and date. If the procedure has a commonly used abbreviation, note the abbreviation in parentheses next to the procedure name. (2 point)
□ Translate medical information into child friendly text to describe the purpose of the procedure and procedural steps the patient will experience in second person. Medical terms may be used as long as they are accompanied by child friendly language. Simply and limit the amount of text per page. Consider the amount of text used in children’s books. (8 points)
□ Incorporate developmentally appropriate pictures, images, graphics, etc. (8 points)
□ Cite a minimum of two credible reference(s) using APA format on last page. (2 points)
□ Present preparation book with an overall appearance of professionalism, creativity, and
approach that is appropriate for children and teens of all ages. (10 points)