Question 1

Directions Imagine that you are a teacher working in an ECE center who is responsible for running an after-school program for early school age children (ages 5 - 8). Your director has asked you to plan an activity that will promote good mental health for the children in your care. For this assignment:

• Create developmentally appropriate activity that will promote good mental health for early school age children (ages 5 - 8). The activity should be 15 - 20 minutes in length.
• Be sure to identify the topic you have selected and generate and list out the steps you would take to complete the activity.
  • Some examples of topics that fall into this category include promoting good self-esteem and self-regulation, building positive relationships and developing resiliency.
• Conclude by explaining why the activity would be effective in promoting good mental health for this age group. Support your reasoning with examples.

Reference Lecture: https://rise.articulate.com/share/9Z4vaA_t0NOYDkig9eLSMRVWLed7IueF#/lessons/TXCPOY5P_bGANLA7EI25x16WEfJ9yI0x

Question 2

Reference Lecture: https://rise.articulate.com/share/fE2Is1hMYPjus7lvIezMk86rpAckKC-3#/lessons/fbXy9PxIOmBnmyWaqiMuOihLsFreC3ay

Directions Please upload and submit your responses to the following questions. This week we learned about the importance of play in early childhood and saw the various roles of an early childhood educator in promoting play. In your reflection this week, please address the following:

1.As you consider your future career in an early childhood setting, explain whether there are any specific toys, games, or play materials you believe are essential in promoting early childhood growth and development.

2. Next, analyze whether there are any toys, games, or play materials you think might interfere with childhood growth and development. Are there any specific toys or games you would avoid using in an early childhood setting?