Child Care Chapter 22

Questions and Answers

What is a child care center?

A place where children are cared for (correct)

A facility for adult care

A type of in-home care

A program funded by the federal government

What is in-home care?

Child care that is done by a caregiver who comes to their home

What is family child care?

Care in which the children are taken to the house of the caregiver

What does it mean to have a license in child care?

The caregivers are registered with the state and meet health and safety standards Signup and view all the answers

What is accreditation in child care?

Being recognized as a caregiver from an organization such as the National Association for Family Child Care Signup and view all the answers

What is a play group?

Parents take turns taking a child in their home and bringing their child to another's home Signup and view all the answers

What is a parent cooperative?

Child care is provided by parents of the children in a co-op, such as in a preschool Signup and view all the answers

What is Head Start?

A program funded by the federal government where child care facilities are locally run Signup and view all the answers

What are learning centers?

Areas designed for children to engage in certain types of play and learning Signup and view all the answers

What is free play?

Play time where children are offered options for activities to choose from Signup and view all the answers

What are transitions in child care?

Periods where children move from one activity to another Signup and view all the answers

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.

Description

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.