Originally posted by Unregistered
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Supervision for a 5 year old not yet enrolled in school is a licensing requirement.
Simply not having developmental issues or delays doesn't automatically mean a child knows how to use the bathroom.
Kids aren't born knowing something.
You have to teach them. If they are smearing poo all over, then they need to be taught that it is unacceptable and unsanitary.
Giving a time out is punishment. Punishment should never be part of the learning process.
Teaching is supportive whereas punishment is meant to make a child feel bad.
Teaching is meant to support and guide a child how to properly master a skill.
Originally posted by Unregistered
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I absolutely believe children are more than capable in many areas that parents (and the state) do not but it's not a one size fits all way of thinking. Some kids easily master toilet training and some require more support and assistance.
Independence is a huge part of my program and I do alot of things many parents as well as other providers wouldn't dream of doing (no sippy cups, no velcro shoes etc) but it requires altering my method of teaching for EACH child.
Just because all but one of my 3 years olds can dress themselves doesn't mean the one that can't is bad or should be punished. It simply means they haven't reached that developmental milestone just yet. With support, guidance and assistance they will get there on their time.
Punishment has no place in that situation.
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