Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards Quiz

What is the primary purpose of the Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards Strategies and Activities: Infant Toddler?

• To provide entertainment for children

• To develop a standardized test for toddlers

• To help early childhood professionals develop appropriate curriculum and environments

• To replace parental guidance in child development

Which of the following is NOT one of the nine Arkansas CDELS Domains of Development and Learning?

• Social and Emotional Development

• Language Development

• Financial Literacy

• Mathematical Thinking

What is the role of an 'indicator' in the Arkansas CDELS framework?

• To provide entertainment for children

• To measure the physical growth of a child

• To outline the knowledge or skill expected at a specific age

• To determine the intelligence of a child

By what age should a child have at least 6 words in their vocabulary?

• 9 months

• 18 months

• 3 years

• 5 years

What is a sign of developmental delay by 3 years old?

• Not being able to ride a bike

• Drooling or having unclear speech

• Not being able to read

• Not being able to tie shoelaces

What should caregivers do to avoid overstimulating an infant?

• Play loud music

• Engage in multiple activities at once

• Be careful with games like peek-a-boo

• Introduce new toys frequently

What is a key aspect of social interactions with infants?

• Ignoring their cues

• Being a partner and following their lead

• Dictating their actions

• Limiting interaction time

What is a recommended activity to engage with mobile infants?

• Reading novels

• Playing video games

• Singing songs and playing games

• Watching TV

How should you respond to a toddler showing distress?

• Ignore them

• Respond quickly to their cries

• Tell them to stop crying

• Leave them alone

How can teachers help toddlers understand what to expect regarding daily choices?

• By changing the schedule daily

• By keeping their word

• By asking toddlers to decide

• By ignoring their preferences