1. Keys to Caregiving

2. What are children’s needs?
Physical
Emotional
Guidance

3. Physical Needs Keep children SAFE.
Keep children fed (proper nutrition).
Protect children from the elements (earth, rain, wind, fire).

4. Physical Needs
Provide adequate rest.
Keep children clean.

5. Emotional Needs
Give love and attention.
Provide praise and assurance.

6. Emotional Needs Keep calm. Build self-esteem.
Avoid fearful situations.

7. Tell what you want them to do.
Guidance Needs
Wait for your sister.
Use directive statements.
Provide learning activities.
Provide a learning environment.
Be Positive
Tell what you want them to do.

8. Guidance Needs Use discipline prevention methods.
Discipline with love.

9. Discipline Techniques
Use a time out period.
Divert their attention.
Start a new physical activity.
Hold the child’s hand or shoulder.

10. Discipline Techniques
Teach desired behavior.
Ignore misbehavior if possible.
Reward and recognize good behavior.
The best rewards are natural—and you don't have to provide them though noticing them is wonderful (positive reinforcement).
A child who works hard in his swimming class is rewarded by increased skills, bigger muscles, the great feeling of improvement and ability, and, eventually, permission to swim on his own. For a child, the sense of “I can do it!” is the best reward in the world.

11. Child Abuse Often confused with discipline.
Must not be an outlet for your own anger.
Take a time out for yourself.

12. Report it. Call 911, if child in danger now.
Or , Division of Child & Family Services
Or , Child Abuse Hotline