Flashcards on Early Childhood Development and Educator Strategies
Early Childhood Development & Educator Strategies: Guide
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Early Childhood Development
18 cards
Card 1
Question: What are key actions to support parents in early childhood development (ECD)?
Answer: Know different cultures; listen to parents’ views; support parents’ dreams; provide information/materials/resources on disabilities; be sensitive to s
Card 2
Question: List five broad factors that can hinder a young child’s development.
Answer: Genetics; Environment; Gender; Physical and mental well‑being; Nutrition.
Card 3
Question: Name five additional factors (beyond the first five) that affect a child's growth and development.
Answer: Family and social life; Education; Play; Cultural nourishment; Socio‑economic conditions.
Card 4
Question: How can genetics influence a child’s development?
Answer: Genetics can produce positive and negative physical traits, including diseases and physical limitations that affect development.
Card 5
Question: What does ‘environment’ refer to in relation to child development?
Answer: The child’s physical, mental, and emotional surroundings.
Card 6
Question: How does gender factor into a child’s development according to the content provided?
Answer: Gender influences temperaments, choices, likes/dislikes, and behavior; it highlights the importance of teaching moral values that support gender inclu
Card 7
Question: What contributes to a child’s physical and mental well‑being in early childhood?
Answer: Regular exercise for physical health and mentally stimulating activities (such as educational toys that encourage creation) for mental well‑being.
Card 8
Question: Why is nutrition important for early childhood development?
Answer: Nutrition provides vital nutrients necessary for healthy growth and development.
Card 9
Question: How do family and social life influence a child’s future development?
Answer: Family and social life are foundational building blocks of adult life; surrounding a child with appropriate family and friendship environments support
Card 10
Question: What role does education play in early childhood development?
Answer: Education should offer mentally stimulating, enjoyable learning experiences (e.g., educational toys, language learning, music, reading) that nourish t