Deck 6: Developmentally Appropriate Physical Environments: for Toddlers

Question 1

It is too messy to allow toddlers to feed themselves.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

A toddler classroom should not have

A) water play.
B) finger paint.
C) a timeout chair.
D) blocks.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Toddler caregivers prevent accidents by

A) eliminating all unsafe equipment or furniture from the environment.
B) prohibiting any risky behavior.
C) keeping an eye on toddlers at all times.
D) None of the above.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

An important toddler developmental task is developing a sense of autonomy.

Question 5

Toddlers should never be left unsupervised for a moment.

Question 6

Toddlers should be taught to sit quietly for story time.

Question 7

All cultures agree on the importance of autonomy.

Question 8

Toddler playgrounds should not have

A) swings.
B) climbers.
C) wagons.
D) None of the above.

Question 9

Teachers should never give toddlers Nerf balls or other materials to encourage throwing indoors.

Question 10

Realistic looking toys support toddler pretend play.

Question 11

Toilet learning is hindered by

A) clothes that children cannot manage independently.
B) waiting for signs of readiness.
C) being patient with the process.
D) a regular of routine of visiting the bathroom.

Question 12

Good toddler transitions consider

A) time for toddlers to participate.
B) helping toddlers learn to wait their turn.
C) lots of instructions.
D) keeping to a timetable.

Question 13

Which of the following is LEAST important for toddler schedules?

A) Nonverbal clues to help toddlers recognize what is coming next.
B) Predictable pattern to the day.
C) Building in periods of quiet.
D) Having lunch on the kitchen's schedule.

Question 14

Basins of rice or sand create too much mess to be used in toddler classrooms.

Question 15

Which of the following is helpful for toddler cleanup?

A) Small buckets for toddlers to carry.
B) Storage on trays.
C) Photos on shelves.
D) All of the above.

Question 16

Toddlers need to practice gross motor skills outdoors only.

Question 17

A toddler environment should have

A) push and pull toys.
B) busy boxes.
C) realistic household utensils.
D) All of the above.

Question 18

Autonomy is supported by storage arrangements that allow toddlers to get their own toys.

Question 19

Toddlers can develop autonomy by

A) being able to get their toys for themselves.
B) being able to tend to their toileting and washing needs.
C) being able to practice motor skills.
D) All of the above.

Question 20

Toilet learning is NOT facilitated by

A) easy to remove clothing.
B) positive attitudes of adults.
C) punishment for "accidents."
D) watching for signs of readiness.

Question 21

The best reason to child-proof the toddler environment is

A) toddlers don't listen well to prohibitions.
B) toddlers like to climb.
C) toddlers need to be free to explore.
D) adults get tired of saying "No."

Question 22

Which is NOT one toddler environmental need?

A) Safety.
B) Rigid schedule.
C) Variety of materials.
D) Easily restorable order.

Question 23

Discuss the balance of safety and risk in a toddler environment, identifying several areas where you would allow risk, and several where you would not.

Question 24

Which component is NOT an appropriate item for toddler schedules?

A) Large group time.
B) Much time in transitions for toddlers to help.
C) Rest time.
D) Free-choice time.

Question 25

Describe the importance of choices in a toddler environment, and identify several choices you would make available.

Question 26

A schedule for toddlers needs to build in opportunities to ____.

Question 27

The heart of the curriculum for toddlers is

A) the alphabet.
B) learning to share
C) gross motor practice
D) sensory materials

Question 28

An appropriate toddler environment provides for

A) flexibility.
B) variety.
C) challenge.
D) All of the above.

Question 29

Toddlers have a need for ____.

Question 30

When toddlers make a mess while eating, it is appropriate to

A) keep on feeding them until they can take over properly.
B) use coverups and easily handled utensils.
C) make them clean up the mess.
D) put them in a high chair.

Question 31

Discuss all the components you would include in a toddler environment to support autonomy, with a rationale for each.

Question 32

Duplicates or triplicates of toddler toys

A) prevent toddlers from learning to share.
B) is just not practical on limited budgets.
C) makes a teacher's task easier.
D) allow for parallel play.

Question 33

Toddlers are moving in to the first stages of ____ play.

Question 34

Toddlers spend most of their time in _____ exploration.

Question 35

Erikson defined the task for toddlerhood as forming a sense

A) of trust.
B) of shame and doubt.
C) of autonomy.
D) of order.

Question 36

Wanting to keep toddlers from making a mess in feeding themselves may be related to ____.

Question 37

Toilet learning is one area

A) that should be kept free of shame.
B) should be finished by age two.
C) where reward and punishment is effective.
D) that toddlers should not be allowed to control.

Question 38

Select the BEST statement.

A) Toddler temper tantrums need to be stopped right at the beginning.
B) Toddler temper tantrums are a result of spoiling.
C) Toddler temper tantrums indicate willful children.
D) Toddler temper tantrums show strong feeling and frustration.