Title: Identify caregiving practices that influence human growth and development.
Course: Independent Living (22904-36)

Identification should include

- stable vs. unstable relationships within the household
- responsibility of caregiving roles
- access to resources (e.g., early childhood education, adult day services, social services)
- attention to caregiving responsibilities
- identification and reporting of neglect, abuse, or exploitation.

Teacher Resources:

- ChildCare.VA, Virginia Department of Education
- ChildCare.gov, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What qualities should caregivers expect from a child day center using developmentally appropriate practices?
- How can caregivers encourage self-control and self-discipline in their children?
- What promotes bonding? Why is bonding important?

Communication

- How can caregivers help their children learn language?
- How can caregivers help their children interact with other children?

Leadership

- How can caregivers model calmness, problem solving, and willingness to compromise to their children?
- What discipline strategies should caregivers use to reinforce positive behaviors?
- How can caregivers screen media content for violence?

Management

- How can caregivers promote good eating habits with their children?