In order to understand perceptual development, it is first important to define related concepts. Define and explain: Perception, Sensory Integration, and Tactile Perception.

Ch 6 & 7 activity

Ch. 6
Focus on one aspect of perceptual development one of the senses. Create a toy to foster this area of growth. What do you need to consider?

after reading this chapter, imagine that you are planning a parent meeting for your infant toddler program. The topic is perceptual development. What key points about each sense would you want to share?

Ch 7
Review table 7.21 page 137. Suppose the mother of a child in your care found this information in a popular magazine. She wants to discuss its meaning with you. Consider the following and what you would say:
Her child is healthy and motor growth seems very normal. What would you say?
You have some concerns about some lags and motor development and have been waiting for such an opportunity. What would you say?

Pretend that you are going to conduct a parent meeting. Outline the details of a discussion regarding how to set up an environment to promote gross motor development. Consider the following:
Promoting safety
Fostering development, not pushing it
Teaching parents about developmentally appropriate environments

Discussion:
The activity for Ch. 6 and 7 this week requires you to pretend you are conducting a parent meeting, in which you will present the topic of perceptual development and how to set up an environment to support gross motor development. Keep this in mind as you complete this discussion.

1. In order to understand perceptual development, it is first important to define related concepts. Define and explain: Perception, Sensory Integration, and Tactile Perception.

2. List each of the 5 senses and explain what caregivers need to know about each. How can you support “multi-sensory” experiences outdoors?