Following a Child’s Lead

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Watch how this teacher shifts from her own plan using the blocks to following the child’s lead. This is an example of adjusting teaching to be responsive to children’s signals, promoting both learning and feelings of safety.

Age(s): Toddler

Part of: Practice and Improve

Category: Category 2: Teacher-Child Interactions | Subcategory: Category 2: Warm and Responsive Style | Measure: P-WRS-06: Ability to Adjust Behavior