"What to Look for in a Quality Early Childhood Program"
作者：Andrea Hines
1. 6. Responsive Caregiver
1.1. attentive to individual chilldren's needs
1.2. takes cues from child in order to guide the child's development
1.3. fosters self esteem
1.4. respects the child
2. 7. Literacy Rich Environment
2.1. caregivers actively engage in discussions with children
2.2. songs, nursery rhymes, and finger plays promote language and literacy development
2.3. books a print materials are accessible to children
2.4. shared reading and writing opportunities are provided
3. 8.Curriculum/Observations/ Individualized Program
3.1. routines are developed and adhered to by caregivers
3.2. curriculum resources are used to plan developmentally appropriate activities
4. 9. Family/Cultural Involvement
4.1. use the child's home language as much as possible
4.2. communicate daily with families
4.3. welcome parents into the classroom
4.4. organize special events that include family members
5. 10. Community Support
5.1. protective and safe environment
5.2. support for families
5.3. provide a link to community agencies(medical, mental health, social services, and therapeutic interventions
6. 2. Well Trained Staff
6.1. professional development opportunities
6.2. New node
7. 3. Age Appropriate Environment
7.1. age appropriate furniture and equipment
7.1.1. indoor equipment
7.1.2. outdoor equipment
7.2. room arrangement
7.2.1. quiet play
7.2.2. active play
7.3. multiple sets of toys
7.4. accessible toys and books
8. 1. Licensed Program
8.1. healthy/safe environment
8.2. diapering and toileting areas
8.3. emergency procedures provided
8.4. nutritious meals and snacks provided
8.5. frequent handwashing
9. 5. Primary Caregiver
9.1. intimate relationships can form between child and caregiver
9.2. consistent contact with family
9.3. fosters positive emotional development
10. 4. Staff/Child Ratio
10.1. high staff/low child ratio
10.1.1. New node