Early Childhood Education I (7.00)

Which comment reinforces rules in a positive way?

• “Be nice and stop arguing immediately.”

• “Tom and Jerry work very well together.”

• “Try to be more like Henry; he is always good.”

• “You will not go outside to play unless you are quieter.”

When Don broke in line, the teacher told him that he should not step in front of others who have been waiting. Which guide for behavior limits does this illustrate?

• Enforce rules in a consistent manner

• Flex rules to adapt to needs

• Give attention to children who have been hurt by rules broken

• Tell children when they have done something wrong

Which rule statement is reasonable?

• “Do not ask to borrow from another person.”

• “Do not make any noise while you work.”

• “Use blocks only for building.”

• “Do not ask for more paint.”

Which rule statement defines unacceptable behavior?

• “Keep blocks in the blocks center.”

• “No throwing.”

• ”Say nice words about others.”

• ”Wear an apron.”

Which comment reinforces rules in a positive way?

• “Do not act as though you just lost your best friend.

• “No more whining. I cannot stand it.”

• “Please be careful with your plate of food.”

• “You get more hyper every day!”

When Fern felt sick, the teacher allowed her to put her head down during circle time. Which guide for behavior limits does this illustrate?

• Enforce rules in a consistent manner

• Flex rules to adapt to needs

• Give attention to children who have been hurt by rules broken

• Tell children when they have done something wrong

Which rule statement defines unacceptable behavior?

• “No toys in your mouth.”

• “Put toys in the box.”

• “Select the instrument you will use.”

• “Touch only your own things.”

When the class had milk with their snack, the teacher allowed Marie to have juice because of her allergies. Which guide for behavior limits does this illustrate?

• Enforce rules in a consistent manner

• Flex rules to adapt to needs

• Give attention to children who have been hurt by rules broken

• Tell children when they have done something wrong

Which is a direct guidance technique?

• The teacher made sure the shelves were hung low enough for the children to reach.

• The teacher set up the classroom so all of the places where children play could be seen.

• The teacher showed the children pictures of where the bathroom was located and how to get there.

• The teacher stated instructions for the children in positive terms

The teacher told Tammy to move to a quiet spot in the corner until she could calm down. Which technique for guiding behavior was this?

• I-messages

• Modeling

• Time out

• Warning