1. Parenting 0-6
Learning Targets

2. Chapter 1 I can defend the need to study parenting in today’s world.
I can relate parenting skills to societal strength.
I can discuss the rewards of parenting.
I can summarize the basic responsibilities of parenting.
I can explain how learning about parenting can also help people who aren’t parents.

3. Chapter 2 I can discuss the importance of patience in parenting.
I can give examples of how being confident and realistic are necessary traits for parents.
I can describe how a parent's resourcefulness and sense of humor can enhance family life.
I can explain the value of sensitivity in parenting.
I can explain why teamwork is part of parenting.
I can describe ways that people can learn necessary parenting skills.
I can develop skills that will help me be an effective parent.

4. Chapter 3
I can explain how personal influences affect parenting style.
I can discuss how parenting is affected by society and other outside influences.
I can identify prominent theories on child development.
I can identify and compare three different parenting styles.
I can form some early ideas about my parenting philosophy.

5. Chapter 4
I can compare parental leadership roles within different types of families.
I can describe skills that are necessary for good leadership.
I can describe the leadership role of parents throughout the family life cycle.
I can identify what parents can do to provide moral leadership.
I can explain why being a manager is part of parenting.
I can relate Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs to parenting.
I can explain the rights and responsibilities of parenting.

6. Chapter 5 I can recognize the wrong reasons for having a child.
I can explain the importance of parenting readiness.
I can list traits of psychological maturity and evaluate these traits in myself.
I can relate how physical maturity and health are part of parenting readiness.
I can characterize a solid relationship.
I can evaluate how lifestyles and goals affect parenting readiness.
I can discuss how finances affect parenting readiness.
I can summarize and apply the steps of the decision making process.

7. Chapter 6
I can discuss the problems associated with teens having children.
I can recognize and discuss pressures and circumstances that increase the risk of teen pregnancy.
I can describe the impact of teen pregnancy on teens, their children, families, and society.
I can give reasons and suggestions for practicing abstinence.
I can evaluate options for teen parents.
I can suggest sources of support for teen parents.

8. Chapter 7 I can assess the value of planning a family.
I can explain the processes of human reproduction.
I can summarize the alternatives for people who want to delay pregnancy.
I can describe how traits are inherited.
I can explain why considering genetics is useful in planning a family.
I can suggest and describe alternate ways to become a parent.

9. Chapter 8 I can describe possible early signs of pregnancy.
I can explain how to choose a health care provider and what to expect at visits.
I can identify and describe the three stages of prenatal development.
I can give examples of what is characteristic of the three trimesters of pregnancy.
I can discuss warning signs and possible tests that may be done during pregnancy.
I can explain why a pregnancy that ends has emotional as well as physical impact.

10. Chapter 9
I can give examples of nutritious foods to choose for meals and snacks during pregnancy.
I can discuss appropriate weight gain and clothing considerations for expectant mothers.
I can recognize sports and activities that are safe and unsafe during pregnancy.
I can explain how a pregnant woman’s emotions might affect her stress level and describe ways to reduce stress.
I can identify specific substances, diseases, and environmental hazards that can harm the fetus.

11. Chapter 10 I can describe the advantages of prepared childbirth.
I can compare and contrast different birth locations.
I can compare the advantages of breast-feeding and bottle-feeding.
I can select clothing, equipment, and supplies needed for a newborn.
I can explain parental leave arrangements for working parents.
I can demonstrate ways to help a child adjust to a new sibling.

12. Chapter 11
I can summarize what happens during the three stages of childbirth.
I can suggest strategies a woman and her coach can use to ease labor and delivery.
I can describe complications that can affect the mother or newborn during labor and delivery.
I can describe the care given to a mother and newborn after delivery.

13. Chapter 12
I can explain how new mothers and fathers adjust to parenthood physically and emotionally.
I can compare the experiences that couples, single parents, and adoptive parents have as they adjust to parenthood.
I can suggest ways for parents to work with other family members as they adjust to the baby’s arrival.
I can give tips for managing stress.
I can develop a plan to help new parents cope with the responsibilities of parenting.

14. Chapter 13
I can describe physical growth and development during infancy.
I can relate information on brain development to infant development.
I can identify significant intellectual advances during infancy.
I can explain Piaget’s theory of cognitive development as applies to infants.
I can explain emotional, social, and moral development during infancy.
I can assess an infant’s development as compared to typical standards.

15. Chapter 14 I can respond appropriately to an infant’s physical needs.
I can explain ways to promote motor development in infants.
I can select items and activities for an intellectually stimulating environment for infants.
I can describe ways of encouraging language development in infants.
I can give examples of positive responses to babies’ emotions.
I can explain how parents promote social development in infants.
I can describe how moral development begins.

16. Chapter 15
I can compare and contrast growth patterns at different stages of childhood.
I can demonstrate ways of promoting good nutrition with children of various ages.
I can suggest activities for helping children develop large and small motor skills.
I can recommend techniques for teaching children personal hygiene skills.
I can select appropriate clothing for children.

17. Chapter 17
I can compare and contrast emotional responses of children at different ages.
I can demonstrate responses to a child’s emotions that promote personal growth.
I can relate Erikson’s theory of personality development to promoting emotional growth.
I can explain parenting practices that appropriately build self-esteem in children.
I can develop guidelines for teaching children to be independent.
I can suggest strategies for helping children manage stress.

18. Chapter 18 I can explain the socialization process.
I can suggest ways to aid a child’s socialization within the family.
I can evaluate various parental responses to sibling rivalry.
I can compare and contrast a child’s social skills at different ages.
I can explain how to teach children skills for getting along with other children.
I can apply respect for diversity to raising children.
I can describe the steps of a conflict resolution process.
I can relate good manners and respect for animals to social development.

19. Chapter 19
I can relate new findings on brain development to parenting young children.
I can explain Piaget’s theory of intellectual development as it applies to young children.
I can describe ways to teach children basic concepts in everyday activities.
I can explain techniques for helping children build intellectual skills.
I can identify language skills that children need and ways to promote them.