Category Self Reflective Practice

Being in practicum, I witnessed a lot of unprofessional language when parents and children weren’t around. There was casual swearing, gossip about coworkers, and unkind words about parents as well. I have a new appreciation for my old boss. She… Continue Reading →

If I could go back to my first couple days at Cariboo, I would do some things differently. When handed to ASQ’s to read over, I would have avoided them. They create a bias or assumption of the child/children. It… Continue Reading →

After speaking to my mentor, I’ve decided to implement my Old McDonald felt story into the classroom. I will utilize circle time to introduce this, and then allow the children to explore on their own. Allowing children to explore on… Continue Reading →

The center I’ve come from often neglects to include children in our conversations around meal time. This causes children to act out during these times. I have been reintroduced to the importance of spending quality time with the children while… Continue Reading →

March 20 Highlight: I spent the morning outside playing with whoever wanted to play with me. It was fun to along with their imaginations. I will miss these children. Challenge: Going back this afternoon was difficult. Melanie gave me some… Continue Reading →

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In the linked transcript, Janet Lansbury dives into what a true Yes Space is. She discusses the importance of creating safe, enclosed spaces for children to explore. Knowing that the space is safe allows the adults to step back, do… Continue Reading →

I believe inclusion is the policy of providing all children with equal access to opportunities and resources. I will create inclusive spaces that create conditions for children to use their body to the best of their abilities. All children deserve… Continue Reading →

WAY too many adults, all standing: = we need to sit and lower our bodies = use minimal words Melanie spoke to all of us about keeping our bodies much lower in the room and minimal talking. This will encourage… Continue Reading →

Photo Credit to  Jeremy Thomas on UnSplash All children go in to the nap room as they finish lunch. Sometimes a child is too tired and goes to sleep before lunch. They are ages 0-3 years. If a child is having… Continue Reading →