Imagine you are a new toddler teacher. Explain five things you will do to make your classroom a safe, beautiful, arts- infused environment for your toddlers that promotes feelings of comfort, trust, and belonging
What will be an ideal response?
1.Softness – carpeting, fabric, foam bolsters, natural materials, play dough, stuffed
animals
2.Privacy – listening center, low walls, dividers, portable drawing surfaces
3.Social areas – shared carpet areas, double easel, dramatic play area
4.Order and routine – use arts activities as transitions, slow introduction of materials
and rules
5.Allow adequate time and space
6.Plan traffic flow
7.Place centers so they are compatible
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a. immediate social setting. b. broader community. c. society and culture. d. immediate social setting, broader community, and society and culture.
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a. The general-purpose processor approach b. The cognitive psychology approach c. The contextual approach d. The evolutionary approach
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a.Personal, intuitive, attitude, and victoryb.Pleasing, interesting, achievable, and valuablec.Personal interests, attitudes, and values
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false