Learning child observation skills can be a powerful tool for solving some of the most difficult problems faced by child care providers. Concerned about a child’s behavior? Want to know how to plan successful activities? Observation skills can help. Learn more about each child and his/her development using the methods of observation in this lesson. This lesson provides examples of good observation techniques and demonstrates skills necessary for useful observations. (2 hours)
Lesson Objectives
- Describe two different methods for making written observations of children.
- Identify three tips for observing children.
- Identify one common problem in caring for children and use observation to help find a solution to the problem.
