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Activity
#1: Using Chapter 2 of your textbook, Identify the different types of Early Childhood Programs
Once completed, you may use a net book to research one example of each located in Middletown Area
Family Child Care HomesSmall number of childrenIn neighborhood Run through private home
Usually infant and toddlers
Custodial CareFocuses on meeting child’s
physical needs, provides a safe environment
No education aspect
Montessori ApproachChildren “learn how to learn”Teachers provide little helpChildren explore, make mistakes
and eventually master conceptsSensory training is mastered
(textured blocks, letters) Life skills are practiced
Head StartFederal program to give poverty
stricken children a fair chance at school
Full/part timeAlso provide medical and social
services
Record your Answer: Why do you think nutrition plays
such an important part in the Head Start Program?
DiscussParent Volunteers are vital to the
Head Start program. What role(s) can a volunteer
parent play in this and other early childhood education programs?
School- Age Child CareProvide care before and after
schoolChildren usually 5-10 yrs oldAssist with homework
Checking-In ServicesHired workers who call the home
to check whether the child has arrived safely
This is good for children who are mature enough to provide self-care
Parent CooperativesPreschool’s formed by parentsParents control budget, hire
teachers, set policies, and assist in the classroom
Lab SchoolsLocated at high schools or
collegesMain purpose is to provide
practice for future preschool teachers
KindergartenHalf dayFull dayAlternating day programsGoals of most Kindergartens
include◦Respect for property and other
children◦Development of positive feelings
about school◦Development of positive self-concept
Goals of most Kindergartens include
◦Respect for property and other children
◦Development of positive feelings about school
◦Development of positive self-concept ◦Growth in language, social, creative
and physical skills ◦Achievement of problem solving and
cognitive skills◦Development of independence
Kindergarten Readiness
www.familyeducation.comWhat kind of preparations do
children need for kindergarten in the Appoquinimink School District?
What are children expected to know and be able to do before they start school?
Are there any types of services available that will help a child transition to the school setting?