Monday, September 26, 2011

Personalizing My Blog

Current Photograph of Myself:
Important Childhood Quote:  "It is never to late to have a happy childhood."  - Tom Robbins
Children's Book & Why I Love It:  The Giving Tree, By: Shel Silverstein; I love this book because it is a very famous book, the author Shel Silverstein tells the story of love between a boy and a tree that is an example of sacrificial love and the importance of "giving", and also the true message of love shines through in this story.
Story About a Child:  One story I can give you as an example of a child that touched my heart is when I had to administer CPR on a child that wasn't breathing until the EMS got on scene.  As a result of my direct response with the child, the child is still alive today.  The child should be about nine years old to date.
Child's Drawing:  I chose this child's drawing of a heart and flowers because flowers are a symbol of love and peace, as well as the heart a symbol of love.  The picture is also very pretty and colorful.  Every child needs love and peace in their lives.
Fuels Passion:  Working with all people in general fuels my passion for the early childhood field.  I love encouraging, advising, and helping all people, especially who have children.

Sunday, September 11, 2011

Early Childhood Studies

Research indicates that children learn best in an environment which allows them to explore, discover, and play. Play is an important part of a developmentally appropriate child care program. It is also closely tied to the development of cognitive, socio-emotional, and physical behaviors. But what exactly does it mean to play and why is play so important for young children?