During this semester long course, students will gain an understanding of Early Childhood Education. This course will teach students about the numerous careers available to people interested in working in the Early Childhood Education field. They will also learn how to properly observe and guide young children through a variety of activities.
The units of this course are as follows:
Early Childhood Careers
Early Childhood Programs
Observing Children
Theorists
Preparing the environment
Selecting Toys, Equipment, and Educational Materials
Promoting Children’s Safety
Planning Nutritious Meals and Snacks
Developing Guidance Skills
Handling Daily Routines
Curriculum
Guiding Art, Block building, and Sensory Experiences
Guiding Storytelling Experiences
Guiding Play and Puppetry
Guiding Math Experiences
Guiding Science Experiences
Guiding Social Studies Experiences
Guiding Food and Nutrition Experiences
Guiding Music and Movement Experiences
