Your nine-year-old wants to stay home alone while you go to the grocery store. How would you determine whether this is the right thing to do?
What will be an ideal response?
This decision should be based on several factors, including the child's level of maturity, ability to comply with family rules, previous demonstrations of responsible behavior, and comfort level (with being left alone). Rehearse "what ifs" (What if someone comes to the door? What would you do if the telephone rings?) with the child to determine whether his or her judgment and responses are appropriate for the circumstances. The child can also be left home alone for brief trial periods, which can gradually be increased in length if the child continues to feel confident.
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A. regular classroom teachers who are teaching students with disabilities must be part of the Individualized Education Plan development. B. students with special needs are excluded from state testing. C. due process is provided for parents. D. schools use multiple tests for identification services.
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a. be limited and mostly happen indoors. b. have a designated large group area. c. occur only occasionally. d. happen wherever the children find the space.