1.2 Applies the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to support children's growth through developmentally appropriate practices.
1.2 a. Understands developmental sequences and milestones
1.2 c. Uses observation and assessment processes to understand children's strengths, interests, and the skills they are working to master
1.2 f. Spends time in thoughtful preparation before implementing experiences and interventions
1.2 g. Facilitates opportunities for children to learn and practice skills
1.2 h. Evaluates how well planned experiences meet children's needs and interests
1.2 j. Applies knowledge of typical child development, including social and emotional development, to identify early indicators of possible developmental delays or risks to development
1.2 k. Identifies children who may benefit from further professional support
1.3 Encourages children's development of social and emotional skills
1.3 a. Understands and accepts children’s age-appropriate emotional responses (i.e., crying, tantrums)
1.3 b. Considers temperament and individual differences when interacting with children and planning experiences
1.3 i. Recognizes when children show self-discipline and self-control
1.3 j. Finds ways to help children feel successful, identify and pursue interests, and develop a sense of personal identity
1.3 k. Uses empathy to help children recognize and understand their emotions
1.3 n. Helps children build upon their strengths and work on their challenges
1.3 o. Models cooperative work and critical thinking skills to help children problem-solve and resolve conflict
1.3 p. Encourages cooperative work or play
1.4 Helps children achieve self-regulation and develop coping skills
1.4 a. Responds promptly to child’s immediate signals and needs
1.4 g. Recognizes that a child’s ability to exercise self-regulation and control over his/her body functions, emotions, and behavior emerges over time as a developmental process
1.6 Supports children's gross and fine motor development
1.6 a. Creates an environment that supports a variety and range of motor skills
1.6 c. Encourages indoor and outdoor environments that allow children to move freely
1.7 Supports children's cognitive development
1.7 c. Creates environments that encourage developmentally appropriate exploration of toys, objects, and materials
1.7 f. Encourages each child’s creativity through artistic representation
1.10 Facilitates children's play to encourage development across domains
1.10 a. Invites children to initiate and design their own play
1.10 b. Responds to children’s needs and interests as they play