Title: Identify characteristics of adverse childhood experiences (ACES).
Course: Early Childhood, Education, and Services II (19153-II) > Section: Providing a Safe and Healthy Learning Environment

Identification should include examples such as substance use, trauma, abuse, or neglect in the household.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What are some adverse conditions affecting families today?
- How do problems within the family affect the child?
- What are signs that a child is in a crisis at home?

Communication

- How can early childhood professionals relay their concerns for a child to the families?
- Who in the community should be notified if a child care provider has concerns for the child’s safety?

Leadership

- How can child care centers use their influence to help children dealing with difficult situations at home?

Management

- What community resources are available for families dealing with adverse experiences?
- What role do child care centers play in connecting families with community resources?