470 IAC 3-4.7-124 Toddler physical care

Sec. 124. Caregivers shall: (1) greet the toddler and their parent as they arrive; (2) help the child separate from the parent and become a part of a small group or the activities in process; (3) provide regular hugs and affection; (4) engage in many one-to-one, face-to-face conversations with toddlers; (5) let toddlers initiate language, even from children whose language is limited; (6) name objects, describe events, and reflect feelings to help children learn new words; (7) respond quickly to toddlers' cries or calls for help; (8) respect the toddler's desire to carry favored objects around with them, to move objects like household items from one (1) place to another, and to roam around, or sit and parallel play with toys and objects; and (9) help children to feel increasingly competent and in control of themselves.