Discussion Board 4: Appropriate Childhood Environments

The Assignment

 According to the text, a room that is developmentally appropriately designed will set the stage for learning and growing.

 Read the following article:  Infant and Toddler Spaces.docx Infant and Toddler Spaces.docx - Alternative Formats  

After reviewing the article, each of the following should be discussed:

Choose three of your favorite classroom qualities that should be a part of an early childhood design.

Discuss how each classroom design can promote and encourage children's behavior in  positive ways. 

Discuss with your classmates both the positive and negative effects of classroom design.