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FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES DEPARTMENT CHILD DEVELOPMENT 1 Grade Level: 9-12 Credits: 5 BOARD OF EDUCATION ADOPTION DATE: AUGUST 26, 2013 SUPPORTING RESOURCES AVAILABLE IN DISTRICT RESOURCE SHARING APPENDIX A: ACCOMMODATIONS AND MODIFICATIONS APPENDIX B: ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE APPENDIX C: INTERDISCIPLINARY CONNECTIONS FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT Board of Education Mr. Heshy Moses, President Mrs. Jennifer Sutera, Vice President Mr. Carl Accettola Mr. William Bruno Mrs. Elizabeth Canario Mrs. Kathie Lavin Mr. Ronald G. Lawson Mr. Michael Messinger Ms. Maryanne Tomazic Mr. Charles Sampson, Superintendent Mr. Jeffrey Moore, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Curriculum Writing Committee Ms. Artis Jordan Ms. Debra Revoir Supervisors Ms. Cathy Boenig Ms. Deana Farinick Ms. Stacie Ferrara Ms. Susan Field Ms. Jane Goldstein Ms. Maria Ilarraza Child Development I Course Philosophy Every person is a unique individual that grows and develops throughout life. Child Development I allows students to use critical thinking and problem solving skills to help them thrive in the twenty-first century. Students will comprehend how children develop socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Understanding the developmental processes allows students prepare for parenting, as well as careers in child care, education, and all professions involving children. Course Description This course is highly interactive and engaging. Students get to reconnect with their “inner-child” through creative children’s games, collaborative activities, and innovative play. Students will participate in a cooperative learning environment through a plethora of hands-on tasks including educational bulletin boards, lesson demonstrations, and finger painting. By applying important skills like critical thinking and problem solving, students will be able to complete fun projects like creating an original storybook, board game, and constructing a toy from recyclable materials. Career exploration, resume building, and portfolio preparation will also be included as a part of this course. 1 Course Map Relevant Standards Enduring Understandings Essential Questions Common Assessments How are the stages of growth different throughout the life cycle? 9.1.12.A.1 The progress of human growth and What developmental milestones exist throughout 9-10.RST.4 development is unique for every Child Development Analysis one’s life? 9-10.WHST.4 individual. What makes an individual unique? How does prenatal development proceed from conception through birth? 9.1.12.A.1, 4 9.1.12.B.1 The growth and development of a child What factors contribute to a healthy pregnancy? 9.1.12.E.1 during pregnancy is uniquely affected by Prenatal Health & Wellness Display 9-10.RST.1, 4, 7 heredity and environment. What are the signs and stages of labor? 9-10.WHST.2, 4, 7, 8, 9 What decisions face parents-to-be? What are the responsibilities of parenting? 9.1.12.A.1, 4 9.1.12.B.1, 3 What experiences can prepare students today to be 9.1.12.E.1,2 Individuals are influenced by family and more knowledgeable and experienced parents in the Parenting Simulation 9.1.12.F.5 the community. future? Successful Parent Survey & Project 9-10.RST.7, 9 9-10.WHST.4,6,7,8,9,10 What role does the community play in shaping an individual? What qualifications are needed for careers in early childhood? 9.1.12.F.2 9.3.12.C.1,2,3,5,6,7,23 Career exploration impacts an How do personal decisions, interests, and education College & Career Portfolio 9-10.RST.1,2,3,5,7 individual’s future. affect career goals? Career Exploration 9-10.WHST.2,4 How can real world experience impact a person’s decision on choosing an occupation? 2 Course Map Relevant Standards Enduring Understandings Essential Questions Common Assessments What are the parts of an organized effective lesson? What factors must be considered in order to ensure age- appropriate preschool activities? What observation tools are used in noting a child’s 9.1.12.A.1 Preparing age-appropriate lessons development? 9.1.12.C.5 requires effective planning and Preschool Lesson Plan 9-10.WHST.4, 8, 10 presentation skills. What public speaking skills are essential in delivering an effective lesson to young children? What are the benefits of reflecting on a lesson? What resources are available for creating age-appropriate lessons? 9.1.12.A.1 What skills are needed to be an effective caregiver? 9.1.12.B.1 Quality child care is essential to positive Child Care Informational Brochure 9.1.12.E.1 growth and development. What factors and options should parents consider when 9-10.WHST.4, 6, 8 choosing quality care? 9.1.12.A.1 What positive/negative impacts does technology have on 9.1.12.E.4 the family? Children’s Technology/Media 9.1.12.F.1,5,6 Technology impacts the family. Evaluation 9-10.RST.9 How does technology influence our lives socially, 9-10.WHST.7, 8, 9 educationally, and intellectually? 9.1.12.A.1 Families and individuals are responsible What can individuals do to reduce, reuse, and recycle Recycled Materials Art Project 9.1.12.B.3 for protecting our natural resources. natural resources? What is needed to safeguard children? 9.1.12.A.1, 4 What are the signs of child abuse and neglect? 9.1.12.B.1,3 Supervision, knowledge, protection, and 9.1.12.C.5 What laws do parents and teachers need to know to keep Student-Designed Safety Test prevention strategies can prevent children safe? 9.1.12.E.2 PSA on Child Safety childhood injuries. 9-10.RST.4,7 Who is ultimately responsible for the protection of children 9-10.WHST.4,7,8 in community-based settings? What agencies have been set up to protect children? 3 Enduring Understandings & Pacing Recommended Unit Title Unit Understandings Duration 1: Growth & The progress of human growth and development is unique for every individual. 7 weeks Development 2: Prenatal Development, Pregnancy, The growth and development of a child during pregnancy is uniquely affected by heredity and environment. 3 weeks & Birth 3: Parenting Individuals are influenced by family and the community. 4 weeks Responsibilities Supervision, knowledge, protection, and prevention strategies can prevent childhood injuries and protect 4: Safety & Supervision 3 weeks our children. 5: Child Care Programs Quality child care is essential to positive growth and development. 3 weeks 6: Curriculum & Preparing age-appropriate lessons requires effective planning and presentation skills. 8 weeks Methodology 7: Career Exploration Career exploration impacts an individual’s future. 3 weeks 8: Technology Technology impacts the family. 3 weeks 9: Going Green Families and individuals are responsible for protecting our natural resources. 2 weeks 4 CHILD DEVELOPMENT I UNIT 1: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT SUGGESTED DURATION: 7 WEEKS UNIT OVERVIEW ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS How are the stages of growth different throughout the life cycle? The progress of human growth and development is unique for every individual. What developmental milestones exist throughout one’s life? What makes an individual unique? LEARNING TARGETS NJCCCS/CCSS COMMON ASSESSMENT LEARNING GOALS The proficient student will: produce nonjudgmental, objective observation by noting a Given a choice of personal or YouTube videos, complete a 9.1.12.A.1 child’s developmental milestones, and critiquing their skills; 9-10.RST.4 written analysis of specific stages of development using a predict the physical age of the child with a written defense of 9-10.WHST.4 checklist of developmental milestones. their response; use appropriate domain-specific terms in their analysis. SUGGESTED STRATEGIES ACTIVITIES DECLARATIVE KNOWLEDGE PROCEDURAL KNOWLEDGE Physical, social/emotional, and intellectual development Organize the sequence of Create a chart of developmental milestones depicting areas of growth and Direction of development: developmental milestones. development for the child from birth through age 6 years. Then, create a cephalocaudal and proximodistal “developmental doll” depicting a specific age. principles Identify difference between Infant, toddler, and preschool infant, toddler, and preschooler. development List and compare different observation tools. Then, brainstorm locations for Differentiate between objective Objective vs. subjective possible observations (i.e. – park, babysitting, family gathering, community or subjective statements. statements centers/programs, etc.). After conducting a real or virtual observation, write Produce clear coherent writing Anecdotal running records, for a practice observation. observations of an infant, toddler, or preschooler’s physical, cognitive, or checklists, participation charts, Create guidelines and rules for social/emotional development for a journal or portfolio using a variety of and rating scales observation tools. observing children. 5 SUGGESTED STRATEGIES ACTIVITIES DECLARATIVE KNOWLEDGE PROCEDURAL KNOWLEDGE Physical, social/emotional, and intellectual development Determine the meaning of Read and summarize at least two articles on preschool growth / development. Cephalocaudal and domain-specific words in an Then, compare/contrast important points. Lead a round table discussion on proximodistal principles article. findings. Venn Diagrams, comparison Summarize an article from a charts, graphic organizers reputable source. Facts vs. Generalization SUGGESTED MODIFICATIONS TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION Activity Alternatives If unable to complete a live child observation, students may watch videos