"A Very Special Thanks"

I would like to thank my instructor and colleagues for being so supportive and motivational throughout this course of learning.  It has been a delightful experience to gain knowledge and positive feedback from each and everyone.  Best Wishes To Each and Everyone :) Expect Great Things In 2011!!!!

"Ethical Responsibilities to Children and Families"

 
Ethical Responsibilities to Children

Childhood is a unique and valuable stage in the

human life cycle.
Ideals

To recognize and respect the unique qualities,

abilities, and potential of each child.

To appreciate the vulnerability of children and

their dependence on adults.

To create and maintain safe and healthy settings

that foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and

physical development and that respect their dignity

and their contributions.
Principles

Above all, we shall not harm children. We shall

not participate in practices that are emotionally

damaging, physically harmful, disrespectful, degrading,

dangerous, exploitative, or intimidating to

children.

others in this CodeThis principle has precedence over all.

We shall care for and educate children in

positive emotional and social environments that are

cognitively stimulating and that support each child’s

culture, language, ethnicity, and family structure.

 Ethical Responsibilities to Families

Families* are of primary importance in children’s

development.
Ideals

To be familiar with the knowledge base related to

working effectively with families and to stay informed

through continuing education and training.

To develop relationships of mutual trust and

create partnerships with the families we serve.

To welcome all family members and encourage

them to participate in the program.
Principles

We shall not deny family members access to their

child’s classroom or program setting unless access is

denied by court order or other legal restriction.

We shall involve the family in significant decisions

affecting their child.

"Ethics simply means doing the right thing & acting responsibly"

Ethics is about how to act responsibly and thoughtfully.Ideals are your highest goals that guide you.
Principles describe what you should or should not do to reach these goals.

The Code of Ethics can help you understand what your professional responsibilities are to the children in your care, to the families of the children, to co-workers, and to the community and society in general.

Early Childhood Educational Resources

                               "Very Helpful Edcuational Resourcses"
 Starfall's Learn to Read with phonics

A free website to teach children to read with phonics. For preschool, kindergarten, and first grade. Exciting phonics games and online interactive books.www.starfall.com     

Hummingbird Educational Resources

Resources for Early Childhood-Kindergarten Educators  http://www.hummingbirdeducationalresources.com/

Preschool Express by Jean Warren
http://www.preschoolexpress.com/

http://www.prekinders.com/
Lots of Recipes for Art Materials and more.

A website for early childhood educators and parents

http://www.hubbardscupboard.org/