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Explore economic and environmental influences on child development. Learn to create a safe play environment, use resources wisely, and foster community connectedness. Consider safety, developmental needs, and the impact of poverty. Prioritize sustainability by repurposing materials and avoiding new purchases. Enhance your practical assessment skills in organizing time and resources, applying technology, and documenting with photographs.
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Recycled ToyAction Plan Area of Study: Economic and environmental influences
Economic and Environmental Influences This area of study could include topics such as the following: • creating and maintaining a safe environment for children • the role of resources in supporting the needs of children • the food and nutritional requirements of children, supporting healthy eating practices, and current national guidelines • environmental influences on antenatal development and children’s health • well-being and connectedness in the community • the influence of poverty on family and community structures.
Influencing factors • The decision you make must take into account the area of study – these economic and environmental influences relate strongly to the task. • Safe environment • Resources to support a child’s needs • Community connectedness
Safety Considerations • Demonstrate that you have an understanding of the importance of safety considerations • Size of the pieces • Sturdy construction • Safe materials – non-toxic, non-flammable • Stability
Supporting needs • Need to grow and develop • Play is vital to child development – play is children’s work • Consider age and developmental capabilities • Consider types of play and what is suitable • Resources supporting needs – toys and materials and their role in play
Connectedness to the community • Global Environmental movement –awareness and involvement create a connectedness and contribute to the child’s and family’s sense of community contribution and hence well being. • Important to choose something to give it a second life. NO NEW MATERIALS CAN BE BOUGHT
Other considerations • Available materials • TIME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! • Skills, equipment • USE OF TECHNOLOGY
Practical Assessment • PA2 Organisation and management of time and resources. • PA3 Selection and application of appropriate technology to prepare learning activities for children in a culturally diverse society. • Student Evidence Sheet - PHOTOGRAPHS