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Chapter 2
Review and Reflect
Question | Answer |
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What type of program does Child care centers offer for young children | full-day program. |
What is the most popular type of child care in the United States? | Child care centers |
Montessori's theory of education stated that children learn best when they are? | active |
What is the purpose of Head Start? | to overcome the negative effects of poverty on young children. |
What is a vital part of the Head Start program? | Nutrition |
What are the three basic kindergarten schedules? | half-day, full-day, and full-day/alternating day sessions. |
What is one objective for a kindergarten program? | Development of positive feelings about school. |
How does a checking-in service works for school-age children? | hire workers who call the home to check whether the child has arrived safely. |
What is formed and run by parents who wish to take part in their children's preschool experiences? | Parent Cooperatives. |
What is the primary purpose of a laboratory school? | to support practical experiences for future teachers and to serve as a study group for research. |
What are publicly sponsored programs funded by? | federal, state, or local governments. |
What is one way employers can provide child care assistance for their employees? | Sick child care |
For children ages 3 to 5 years, NAEYC recommends the adult-child ratio of one adult for every _____ children. | 8 |
What might a high staff turnover be a concern to parents? | may be a sign of low staff wages or poor working conditions and may indicate problems with the quality of the program, also interferes with children's sense of security. |
Why might parents want to select an early care and education program that was accredited? | The best indicator of high-quality early care and education. |
What are three types of early childhood programs? | Child care centers, family child care homes, school-age child care programs. |
What are the three types of center sponsorship? | Public, Private, Employer |