Title: (Optional) Describe the responsibilities involved with the care of younger children.
Course: Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory I (19903-6) > Section: Exploring Education and Early Childhood Concepts

Description should include the basic responsibilities involved in caring for a younger child, such as

- understanding federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to childcare
- maintaining the safety of the child
- ensuring correct emergency numbers and procedures
- giving full attention to the child (e.g., not engaging in personal phone calls/instant messaging, not allowing visits from friends, and not wearing headphones)
- feeding the child as instructed, with emphasis on special dietary needs
- interacting constructively with the child
- managing the child’s behavior as instructed.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Where would you find information about the legal requirements for caring for younger children?
- What factors might determine whether you are considered responsible enough to be at home with younger children?
- What needs of a young child do you feel equipped to provide in a babysitting situation?

Communication

- How is communicating with a young child different from communicating with friends your own age?
- What are some effective strategies when positively communicating with young children?

Leadership

- Why is it important to learn about responsible childcare?
- What behaviors or skills do you exhibit that a young child might want to copy?
- How might you handle an emergency if you are caring for a younger child?

Management

- What management skills would be useful to you in a childcare situation?
- How could you improve your childcare skills? What certification programs are available for you to learn babysitting skills?