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5. What is the purpose of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of
Young Children)?
6. Identify four factors teachers must consider when planning developmentally
appropriate activities.
7. Explain the difference between “child-initiated” and “teacher-directed” activities.
8. Explain why the director of a child care program must have a broad overview of
the entire program.
9. Identify four areas of responsibility that directors of child care programs must
address.
10. List three advantages and disadvantages of becoming an entrepreneur.
Applications
1. Invite several young working parents to your class to discuss how they made
child care decisions.
2. Survey child care centers in your community. What ages do they serve? How
many children do they serve? What are their hours of operation?
3. Interview an entrepreneur about the risks and benefits involved in opening a
new business.
4. Talk with other students in your class to find out how many of them want to own
and operate their own centers. How many of them want to become directors for
already existing centers?
5. Find out what the requirements are in your state to become the director of a child
care center.
Additional Reading
Bredekamp, S. (ed.) (1994). Accreditation criteria and procedures of the national academy of early childhood pro-
grams. Washington, DC: National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Brown, Janet F. (ed.) (1984). Administering programs for young children. Washington, DC: National
Association for the Education of Young Children.
Cherry, C., Harkness, B., and Kuzma, K. (1978). Nursery school and day care center management guide
(rev. ed.). Belmont,CA: Pitman Learning, Inc.
Click, P. (2004). Administration of programs for young children (6th ed.). Clifton Park, NY: Delmar Learning.
Committee on Integrating the Science of Early Childhood Development (2000). From neurons to neighbor-
hoods: The science of early childhood development. J. P. Shonkoff and D. A. Phillips (eds.). Board on
Children, Youth, and Families, Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education.
National Research Council and Institute of Medicine. Washington, DC: National Academy Press.
Decker, C., and Decker, J. (2005). Planning and administering early childhood programs (8th ed.). Upper
Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

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Part 1 Organizing a Quality Child Care Program
5. What is the purpose of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of
Young Children)?
6. Identify four factors teachers must consider when planning developmentally
appropriate activities.
7. Explain the difference between “child-initiated” and “teacher-directed” activities.
8. Explain why the director of a child care program must have a broad overview of
the entire program.
9. Identify four areas of responsibility that directors of child care programs must
address.
10. List three advantages and disadvantages of becoming an entrepreneur.
Applications
1. Invite several young working parents to your class to discuss how they made
child care decisions.
2. Survey child care centers in your community. What ages do they serve? How
many children do they serve? What are their hours of operation?
3. Interview an entrepreneur about the risks and benefits involved in opening a
new business.
4. Talk with other students in your class to find out how many of them want to own
and operate their own centers. How many of them want to become directors for
already existing centers?
5. Find out what the requirements are in your state to become the director of a child
care center.
Additional Reading
Bredekamp, S. (ed.) (1994). Accreditation criteria and procedures of the national academy of early childhood pro-
grams. Washington, DC: National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Brown, Janet F. (ed.) (1984). Administering programs for young children. Washington, DC: National
Association for the Education of Young Children.
Cherry, C., Harkness, B., and Kuzma, K. (1978). Nursery school and day care center management guide
(rev. ed.). Belmont,CA: Pitman Learning, Inc.
Click, P. (2004). Administration of programs for young children (6th ed.). Clifton Park, NY: Delmar Learning.
Committee on Integrating the Science of Early Childhood Development (2000). From neurons to neighbor-
hoods: The science of early childhood development. J. P. Shonkoff and D. A. Phillips (eds.). Board on
Children, Youth, and Families, Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education.
National Research Council and Institute of Medicine. Washington, DC: National Academy Press.
Decker, C., and Decker, J. (2005). Planning and administering early childhood programs (8th ed.). Upper
Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

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Summary
Societal changes have increased the need for child care services. The rising
number of single-parent families has contributed to this trend. Mothers have opportu-
nities available to them for more diverse careers. Often, young families find two
incomes are needed to provide them with adequate financial resources. Projections for
the future indicate there will be a significant lack of educated workers. This means
even more parents with young children will be taking jobs in the future.
There is a serious shortage of available quality child care services. Although the
benefits of a good preschool experience are recognized, many families cannot find
appropriate care. Government, communities, and employers are looking at ways to
support the growth of new and expanded programs.
Good programs for children have many similarities. Teachers and staff have spe-
cial training to understand children and their needs. Activities and equipment are
carefully chosen to match the interests and abilities of the children. The adult-to-child
ratio is low and the overall group size is age-appropriate and not too large. There is a
clearly defined curriculum. Positive guidance is warm and supportive. Successful
experiences with adults, other children, and activities help children grow and learn.
The director must be familiar with all of the program. It is the director’s responsi-
bility to make sure all licensing and regulatory requirements are met. The director
must plan for the future, guide the program toward financial security, and ensure
quality care is being provided.
Individuals who decide to own and operate their own centers can be defined as
entrepreneurs. Not everyone has the personality or resources to become an entrepre-
neur. Successful center owners must be knowledgeable about the field of child care
and have confidence in themselves. They are willing to work long hours and to take
the risk of investing their own money.
Terms
custodial programs
developmentally appropriate practices
child-initiated activities
positive guidance
negative guidance
entrepreneur
Review
1. Identify four trends in society that have led to the need for more child care.
2. Explain why the quality of child care varies widely.
3. List six long-term benefits that have been related to attendance in a quality early
childhood program.
4. Explain why custodial care is no longer considered acceptable.

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