Child Care Chapter 22

Study Notes

Child Care Terminology

Child care center: A facility dedicated to caring for children, providing supervision and activities.
In-home care: Childcare services provided in the child’s home by a caregiver, offering convenience and comfort for families.
Family Child care: A form of childcare where children are cared for in the provider’s home, promoting a home-like environment.
License: Registration of caregivers with state authorities, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Accreditation: Recognition by professional organizations, like the National Association for Family Child Care, validating the quality of care offered.
Play group: A community-oriented arrangement where parents alternate hosting children, allowing for social interaction and cooperative play.
Parent cooperative: A childcare model where parents collaboratively provide care, often seen in preschool settings, fostering a community spirit.
Head Start: A federally funded program aimed at enhancing early childhood education, allowing locally run childcare facilities to support low-income families.
Learning centers: Designated areas within childcare settings equipped with resources for children to explore various educational and play activities.
Free play: An unstructured playtime where children select activities of their choice, promoting creativity and independence.
Transitions: The process of moving children from one activity to another, crucial for maintaining engagement and facilitating routine.

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Test your knowledge on key terms related to child care in this comprehensive flashcard quiz. Each flashcard provides a definition of important concepts such as child care centers, in-home care, and family child care. Perfect for students or professionals in the child care field.