Module Objectives:

In this module you will:

• Examine methods to get to know families
• Explore practices that help children to transition into a program
• Analyze the importance of of phase-in and home visits for infants, families, and teachers

Assignment #1: Module Handout

Complete this handout as you:

• • Read Goldsmith & Theilhiemer
  • Read Block (2014)
  • Watch TAPS Partnerships with Families: Part 2

Link to Goldsmith & Theilhiemer (2015)

Link to Block (2014)

Video TAPS Partnerships with Families: Part 2

Submit the completed Module Handout on ECE 209-Seminar Blackboard, under  ‘Assignments’ for ‘Module Handout: Getting to Know Families’)

Optional Reading: Minish & McCorkle (2020)

Activity #2: Evidence-Based Practices for Working with Families who have Infants

What are the evidence-based practices for working with families who have infants from the readings and video in this module?  Identify your source (reading or video) as you develop the list. Your reading may have described families of older children; how can you apply the information to families who have infants? Post the list in the comments below.