The Basics of the Room

General Storage

Organize for Independence

Parent Communication Center

Wall Displays

Dividing the Classroom

Learning Centers

Using Themes

Discussion Topic

Ideas for Themes

Topic 1: Chapter 3 Check for Understanding

Age Appropriate Environment

Infant and Toddler Classrooms

Infants

Worksheet: Infants

Toddlers

Worksheet: Toddlers

Preschool Classroom

Worksheet: Preschool Classroom

Topic 1: Chapter 4 Check for Understanding

Technology Equipment

Pros and Cons

Summary: A Child Centered Environment

Topic 1 Completion

Topic 1 Reflection

Unit 5 Topic 1 Quiz

Unit 5 Topic 2

Topic 2: Course Description

Topic 2: Pre-Assessment

Developmentally Appropriate Practice

5 Key Areas of Early Learning Practices - Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

Area 5

Topic 2: Chapter 1 Check for Understanding

What is Curriculum?

Curriculum

Topic 2: Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

Learning Styles

Types of Learners

Discussion Topic

Diversity and Planning Activities

Understanding Individual Learning Styles

Visual and Auditory Learning

Attention

Topic 2: Chapter 3 Check for Understanding

Temperament

Factors Affecting a Child's Temperament

Other Factor's to Consider

Topic 2: Chapter 4 Check for Understanding

Treating All Children Respectfully

Individual Circumstances

Self-Identity

Promoting Diversity in the Classroom

Worksheet: Diversity in your Classroom

Topic 2: Chapter 5 Check for Understanding

Planning for Exceptionalities

Six Categories of Exceptionalities

Curriculum Planning

Discussion Topic

Topic 2: Chapter 6 Check for Understanding

Intentional Teaching

Intentional Teaching Strategies

Applying Intentional Teaching Strategies

Worksheet: Intentional Teaching

Topic 2: Chapter 7 Check for Understanding

Topic 2 Completion

Topic 2 Reflection

Unit 5 Topic 2 Quiz

Unit 5 Topic 3

Topic 3: Course Description

Topic 3: Pre-Assessment

Creating a Functional Environment for Learning

Ideas for Planning the Classroom

Discussion Topic

Redesigning the Classroom

Worksheet: Preparing the Classroom

Topic 3: Chapter 1 Check for Understanding

Plan out Lessons in Advance

Beginning of the Year Assessment

Worksheet: Assessments

Topic 3: Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

Back to School Night-Open House

Discussion Topic

Getting to Know the Children

Responsive Caregiving

Worksheet: Do's and Don'ts

Topic 3: Chapter 3 Check for Understanding

First Week of School Activities

Picture Books for the First Weeks of School

Picture Books for the First Weeks of School

Picture Books for the First Weeks of School

Picture Books for the First Weeks of School

Picture Books for the First Weeks of School

Picture Books for the First Weeks of School

Topic 3: Chapter 4 Check for Understanding

Creating a Classroom Community

Classroom Rules

​Managing the Classroom

Classroom Management

Worksheet: Classroom Management Strategies

Topic 3: Chapter 5 Check for Understanding

Topic 3 Completion

Topic 3 Reflection

Unit 5 Topic 3 Quiz

Unit 5 Topic 4

Topic 4: Course Description

Topic 4: Pre-Assessment

Daily Schedule Routines

Well Planned Schedule

Routines and Schedules

Worksheet: DAP

Routines

Importance of Routines

How to Establish a Routine

Worksheet: Daily Schedule

Morning Routine

Infants and Toddlers

Arrival Routine for Preschool

Arrival Routine For School-Age

Example Infant Morning Routine

Example Toddler Morning Routine

Example Morning Routine for Preschool

Example Morning Routine for School Age

Lunch or Mealtime

Afternoon Routine

Example Afternoon Routine for Infants

Example Afternoon Routine for Toddlers

Example Afternoon Routine for Preschoolers

Example Afternoon Routine for School Age

Departure

Worksheet: Routine Challenges

Topic 4: Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

Procedures

Establishing Procedures

Transitions and the Daily Schedule

Discussion Topic

Lesson Planning

Creating your Own Curriculum

Successful Lesson Planning

Key Elements

Child-Directed Activities ​

Child-Initiated Learning

Teacher-Directed Activities

Discussion Topic

Topic 4 Completion

Create a Sample Daily Schedule

Unit 5 Topic 4 Quiz

Unit 5 Topic 5

Topic 5: Course Description

Topic: Pre-Assessment

What are Learning Centers?

Typical Learning Centers

Typical Learning Centers

Typical Learning Centers

Topic 5: Chapter 1 Check for Understanding

Why are Learning Centers Necessary?

Worksheet: Learning Center Benefits

Topic 5: Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

The Classroom Environment

Arrangement of the Classroom

Discussion Topic

Managing Centers

Worksheet: Types of Centers

Topic 5: Chapter 3 Check for Understanding

Topic 5 Completion

Topic 5 Reflection

Unit 5 Topic 5 Quiz

Unit 5 Topic 6

Topic 6: Course Description

Topic 6: Pre-Assessment

Dramatic Play Basics

Dramatic Play for Infants

Benefits of Dramatic Play

More Benefits of Dramatic Play

Organizing the Dramatic Play Center

Dramatic Play Center Tour

Worksheet: Dramatic Play and Early Literacy

Topic 6: Chapter 1 Check for Understanding

Deciding on a Theme

Discussion Topic

Introducing the Center

Prior Knowledge

The Teacher’s Role

Supporting Children to Succeed

Worksheet: Prior Knowledge

Discussion Topic

Topic 6: Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

Lesson Plan: Car Wash Pretend Play

Worksheet: Car Wash Pretend Play

Response: Car Wash Pretend Play

Lesson Plan: Raking Leaves Pretend Play​

Worksheet: Raking Leaves Pretend Play

Response: Raking Leaves Pretend Play​

Topic 6 Completion

Topic 6 Reflection

Unit 5 Topic 6 Quiz

Unit 5 Topic 7

Topic 7: Course Description

Topic 7: Pre-Assessment

How Lifestyle Affects Children and Nature

Children and Nature Now

Reflect: Children and Nature Now

The Children & Nature Movement

Reflect: Children and Nature Movement

Kids and Outdoor Play: Tips for Parents

What is Nature Deficit?

Discussion Topic

Topic 7: Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

Possible Health Effects

Obesity

Topic 7: Chapter 3 Check for Understanding

Nature in the Classroom

Nature Units

Greener Living

Classroom Environment

The Outdoor Classroom

Natural Playscape

Topic 7: Chapter 4 Check for Understanding

Lesson Plan: Bird Seed Sensory Table

Worksheet: Bird Seed Sensory Table

Response: Bird Seed Sensory Table

Lesson Plan: Pinecone Painting with Spiced Paint

Worksheet: Pinecone Painting with Spiced Paint

Response: Pinecone Painting with Spiced Paint

Topic 7 Completion

Topic 7 Reflection

Unit 5 Topic 7 Quiz

Unit 5 Topic 8

Topic 8: Course Description

Topic 8: Pre-Assessment

Cooking is Key

Cooking in Your Program

Toddlers

Preparing Community Lunch

Discussion Topic

Topic 8: Chapter 1 Check for Understanding

Cooking with Preschoolers

Teaching Preschoolers about Cooking

Topic 8: Chapter 2 Check for Understanding

School-age Chefs

Topic 8: Chapter 3 Check for Understanding

Social Development and Cooking

Social Development

Topic 8: Chapter 4 Check for Understanding

Fine and Gross Motor Skills

Fine Motor

Gross Motor

Cooking Supports Motor Development

Topic 8: Chapter 5 Check for Understanding

Executive Function while Cooking

Topic 8: Chapter 6 Check for Understanding

Cooking for Life

Advertisements and Children

Discussion Topic

Nutrition in the Kitchen

Worksheet: Nutrition in the Kitchen

Topic 8: Chapter 7 Check for Understanding

Making it Work

Tips for Cooking

Discussion Topic

Topic 8 Completion

Great List of Kid Friendly Recipes

Quiz Instructions

Unit 5 Topic 8 Quiz

Competency Standards Book

Let's Build Your Portfolio

Portfolio Resource Instructions

Professional Portfolio Resources - IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Unit 5 Review

Unit 5 Feedback Form