Title: Describe the parental role in overall child development.
Course: GRADS: Family Focus (19905-18) > Section: Understanding Child Development

Description should include

- being knowledgeable about the developmental stages of the child
- implementing strategies for enhancing child development
- establishing an environment designed to promote children’s learning
- identifying community resources that help parents meet children’s developmental needs.

Process/Skill Questions

Thinking

- What would happen if a parent did not understand anything about development?
- Why is it important to evaluate your child’s development?
- What is the importance of play?

Communication

- What resources do you have to understand the stages of your child’s educational needs?

Leadership

- How can a parent influence a child’s development?
- What kinds of environments would promote or hinder children’s learning?

Management

- What does a parent need to know about development?
- How do you learn what is age-appropriate for your child?