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Zoom Presentation Polls
1) Poll: Single Choice
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Which trait is most difficult for you in your care environment?
žHigh intensity
žHigh persistence
žHigh sensitivity
žHigh distractibility
žNegative first reaction
žAdapts slowly
žHigh activity
žSerious mood
žVery irregular​
2) Poll: True or False (Single Choice)
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Children are born with a unique temperament makeup. All adults agree, certain traits are always more difficult than others.
3) Poll: True or False (Single Choice)
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No matter how difficult a child’s temperament makeup is for caregivers today, all children can experience success when adult caregivers are able to individualize care by providing a “good fit” for the child.
4) Poll: True or False (Single Choice)
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If a two-year-old experiences huge explosive tantrums, that means they must have the trait “High Intensity”.
5) Poll: Question (Single Choice)
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Which strategy for working with the infant's intense reactions, seemed to help best?
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Possible Answers:
Labeling the infant's feelings
Talking to the infant
Talking to the infant while holding them
Giving the infant a "quiet toy"
Rocking the infant quietly
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6) Poll: Question (Single Choice)
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Is this child listening?
Yes, they are listening
Maybe, but only partially listening
No, they are choosing not to listen
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Top Resources
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Raelene's Resource Blogs on Temperament: https://www.thriving-together.com/blog/categories/temperament
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​Blog with master list of resources and today's information: https://www.thriving-together.com/post/from-timid-to-tenacious-working-with-difficult-temperament-traits-to-help-all-children-succeed
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Blog: Working with Feisty Temperament Traits that includes "How Big a Deal" Freebie: https://www.thriving-together.com/post/working-with-children-with-a-feisty-temperament
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BLOG: https://www.thriving-together.com/blog (including “Working with High Activity”)
- Video on Youtube (One is Working with High Intensity)​
Videos and Materials from the Presentation:
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Article – Good fit (with Ms. Neil and Laura from the presentation). http://csefel.vanderbilt.edu/resources/wwb/wwb23.html
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Temperament Over Time Video from Nathan Fox's Lab: https://youtu.be/fAmyt5gRd3k?si=3_KxiAF9YrbOXsRz
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Visual Schedule Resource: (Click "resources" then library then type in visual schedules) https://challengingbehavior.org/resources/
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Optional temperament video and article to share with parents: https://www.zerotothree.org/resource/tips-on-temperament/
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Other Valuable Resources​
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*The original researchers talking about it (Video top left) – View original researchers discussing temperament as well as access all sorts of temperament resources and research.
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Temperament Survey - Get individualized tips for you and a child with a challenging trait that you work with!
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Creating routines with children aged 0-3 years: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/223-creating-routines-for-love-and-learning
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Social Story “I go to school” - https://challengingbehavior.cbcs.usf.edu/docs/Going-to-School_Expectations_Story.pdf
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Several social stories to use: http://csefel.vanderbilt.edu/resources/strategies.html
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Timer transitions video: https://vimeo.com/216299018
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Visual Schedules: https://vimeo.com/216296087
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Transitions: Visual Cards - http://nvtacsei.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Engaging-Transition-Strategies.pdf
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Youtube Channel Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVbxeqw6fZlApmqRY2Tnh6w​​​
CONFERENCE ATTENDEE TESTIMONIALS
"Captivating, joyful presenter! So much great information, applications and wonderful handout. My favorite session so far!"
-Kathryn B, Childcare Provider
"She presented this topic in a very fun and effective way! I loved the knowledge check throughout the presentation and shared plenty of resources and success stories! Overall a great session!"
-Rischma Buchanan, ECE Coach
"This was the best session and presenter that I attended!"
-Susan Zambo, Social Worker
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"One of the best speakers and presentations. This was just wonderful. Thank you!"
-Amanda Meditz, Teacher Assistant
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