1. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Caring for School-Age Children Chapter 13 Planning for the Future

2. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. The Importance of Preparing Children for the Future

3. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Preparation for Jobs in the Future Acquisition of skills Introduction to real world of work Exposure to meaning-based experiences that emphasize skills

4. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Personal Reflection At what time in your life do you think you were being prepared for your future career? What skills did you learn?

5. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Skills for the Future Literacy and education Critical thinking Ability to solve problems cooperatively Decision making Challenging preconceived ideas

6. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Planning Meaning-Based Experiences Start with children’s interests Develop units centered around children’s interests Create special-interest clubs Plan visits to workplaces Invite guest speakers

7. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Guidelines for Child Care Staff Members Involve children in decision making Encourage the development of skills in resolving problems Listen to children who challenge preconceived ideas Encourage creative thinking

8. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Plan activities to create meaning-based experiences Acquire background knowledge that relates to the activity Gather materials for the activities Plan and prepare for guest speakers Plan field trips to community workplaces

9. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Personal Reflection Review the activities in the text. Which one has the most appeal to you? Write a lesson plan for implementing the activity.