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Preschooler Development
PD1
Characteristics of Preschoolers Volume I: Birth to Two
From birth to age 4 is the most critical
time for a child. During this video, the developmental stages are
discussed. The purpose of this film is to you to recognize
and respond to basic patterns of childhood growth and encourage
that growth. Four developmental age groups are covered: Infants
0-8 months; Creepers 9-14 months; Toddlers 15-24 months; Twos 25-36
months. After viewing this film you will learn what children are
able to do in each stage and what your role is to help that child
reach the next stage. Early Childhood Consultants, Inc. (1989)
(30 mins.)
PD2
Characteristics of Preschoolers Volume II: Three to Four
This video covers the basic characteristics
of Preschoolers 3 and 4 years of age. The viewer will learn what
children are able to do at each stage and their role in helping
that child reach the next stage. The purpose of this series is to
you to recognize and respond to basic patterns of childhood
growth and encourage that growth. Early Childhood Consultants,
Inc. (1989) (30 mins.)
PD3
Threes on the Threshold
This video examines the varying developmental
stages of three-year-olds as they participate in outdoor activities,
utilize a puppet stage, take risks by trying new things and practice
their listening skills. Emphasis is placed on the importance of
providing activities that are individual appropriate as well as
age appropriate. Caregivers illustrate how an activity that is appropriate
for three-year-olds in general can be turned into an individual-appropriate
activity. The Children Plus. Early Childhood Self-Esteem Video
Series Training for Child Care Providers. Self Dimensions, Inc.
(20 mins.)
PD4
Fun to be Four
Viewers of this videotape will learn
how to create an atmosphere where a child can say, "It's fun
to be four". Child care experts discuss how focusing on the
importance of experiencing success encourages risk taking. Four-year-olds
are in a state of transition as they prepare for kindergarten and
begin to develop relationships. Examples of learning centers such
as a theater, hospital, restaurant and grocery store illustrate
how "let's pretend" visualizations help develop self-awareness
and positive self-talk. The Children Plus. Early Childhood Self-esteem
Video Series Training for Child Care Providers. Self Dimensions,
Inc. (20 mins.)
PD5
Now I'm Five
Five-year-olds learn to appreciate
their individuality and accentuate their abilities in this informative
video tape. Examples of activities that reinforce positive self-talk
statements are provided. Through these activities, five-year-olds
can learn to listen, how to handle negative events, personal hygiene,
the importance of friendships and most important of all, how to
like themselves. The Children Plus. Early Childhood Self-esteem
Video Series Training for Child Care Providers. Self Dimensions,
Inc. (20 mins.)
PD6
Preschoolers, How Three- and Four-Year-Olds Develop
The video illustrates milestones of
social/emotional, physical and cognitive development. Learning
Seed. (Available in Spanish.) (25 mins.)
PD7
Child Development: Three to Five
The first several years of a child's
life are marked by immense development, both intellectually and
physically. This video helps to make sense of that time of rapid
change. Even a single day can bring changes in what a new baby can
do. This informative program offers parents and caregivers ways
in Meridian Education Corporation. (16 mins.)
PD8
Child Development Birth to Five
Understanding the stages of development
for your child makes parenting or caregiving a little easier to
encourage each new stage. This video will help you understand each
of those stages for your child, from birth to age 5. Reflections
Educational Consulting Firm. (30 mins.)
