Newborn and Infant
Development
A WebQuest for Parenting and Child Development
Designed by
J Hickman
jhickman@henry.k12.va.us
Introduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Credits | Teacher Page
Introduction
Becoming a parent is one of the most important jobs that you will ever
have, yet it is the one job that you will find yourself the least prepared
for. While many professions require you to obtain a license in order to
perform that job, anyone can become a parent without any training.
Think about some of the appliances your family has purchased in the
past few years. Each came with an owner’s manual. Children DO
NOT!!!!
Parenthood is a major social role in our society in which parents care
for and socialize the next generation of citizens. The quality of family
life rests largely on the energy, time, intellectual and emotional
maturity, and resources of parents. Since positive parenting
techniques ultimately result in healthy, well-adjusted members of
society, it is in society’s interest to encourage responsible childrearing.
In this scenario you are a young parent who just arrived home from the
hospital with your newborn baby. You will need to decide what to do and
how to learn the skills to become a good parent. One way to avoid child
abuse is to study and understand the physical, cognitive, social and
emotional development of the infant. How will you avoid situations that
possibly might lead to child abuse? Read the following areas completely
before you begin.
The Task
When finished with this assignment, you will have become an expert in one of the following areas:
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Skills needed in parenting
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Physical development
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Creating a learning environment
How to select books
How to read to children
Toy safety and selection
Social /Emotional development
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Physical development of the newborn and infant
Immunization schedule for the infant
Nutritional needs of the newborn and infant
Child proofing your home
Exercise for the infant
Feeding and burping
Cognitive development
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Characteristics
Personal parenting strengths
Needs of a newborn baby
Creating a positive living environment
Parenting roles/ responsibilities
Handling a newborn
Bathing a newborn and infant
Safety and car seats
Play time activities
Childhood Temperaments
Bringing the baby home to an older sibling
Pets at home with baby
Child abuse / discipline
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Types of abuse
Factors contributing to child abuse
Positive discipline techniques
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
CPR for infants
or an Approved topic of your choice
Goal: Select one of the topics. Prepare an informational booklet that consists
of a minimum of 5 pages (not counting title and resource page) covering one
of the topics above. This booklet should serve as a guide for new parents.
Information on number of illustrations needed is on the evaluation page but
illustrations should not be more than 1/4 of the total page surface. The title
page should be illustrated. The resource page should include a minimum of
five (5) internet sources which can be easily accessed for further information
and documentation.
The Process
During the time provided during class complete a large portion of this assignment,
however, some tasks may need to be accomplished outside of class. Use your time
wisely. Make sure that you familiarize yourself with the entire project before starting and
due date before starting. Due date 4/28/15
Each team of two will be assigned by the instructor. Once selected, you will be given the
topic assignment.
Review resource page for suggested web sites.
Before starting review chapters below from textbook Parents and Their Children:
New Parents, New baby: Chapter 12, page 272 Parents and Their Infants Chapter 13, page 297 -
Evaluation
Goal: Your Informational booklet is informative and easily used by parents
seeking the answers to important parenting questions.
The completed project will be evaluated as follows:
1. Informational booklet consists of a title page, minimum 5 pages of text, and a
resource page.
2. Contains 3 illustrations in the text and an illustrated title page.
3. Is neatly assembled and bound.
4. Contents pertinent and useful.
5. Sufficiently covers the topics.
Informational booklet Review Rubric (Group Grade)
Name: _______________________ Name: __________________________
Excellent - 4
Good - 3
Satisfactory - 2
Needs
Improvement - 1
Subject Knowledge Subject knowledge
is evident
throughout the
project. All
information is clear,
appropriate, and
correct.
Subject
knowledge is
evident in much
of the project.
Most information
is clear,
appropriate, and
correct.
Some subject
knowledge is
evident. Some
Information is
confusing, incorrect,
or flawed.
Subject knowledge is
not evident.
Information is
confusing, incorrect,
or flawed.
Organization
The sequence of
information is
logical and
intuitive. Menus
and paths to all
information are
clear and direct.
The sequence of
information is
logical. Menus
and paths to most
information are
clear and direct.
The sequence of
information is
somewhat logical.
Menus and paths are
confusing and
flawed.
The sequence of
information is not
logical. Menus and
paths to information
are not evident.
Originality
The project shows
significant evidence
of originality and
inventiveness. The
majority of the
content and many of
the ideas are fresh,
original, and
inventive.
The project
shows some
evidence of
originality and
inventiveness.
The work is an
extensive collection
and rehash of other
people's ideas,
products, and
images. There is
little evidence of
new thought or
inventiveness.
The work is a
minimal collection or
rehash of other
people's ideas,
products, and images.
There is no evidence
of new thought.
Individual Scoring Guide for Effort
Name: __________________________________
Figure 4.2 Effort and Achievement Rubrics
Scale: 4 = excellent; 3 = good; 2 = needs improvement; 1 = unacceptable
A: Effort Rubric
4. I worked on the task until it was completed. I pushed
myself to continue working on the task even when
difficulties arose or a solution was not immediately evident.
I viewed difficulties that arose as opportunities to strengthen
my understanding.
3. I worked on the task until it was completed. I pushed
myself to continue working on the task even when
difficulties arose or a solution was not immediately evident.
B: Achievement Rubric
4. I exceeded the objectives of the task or lesson
3. I met the objectives of the task or lesson
2. I met a few of the objectives of the task or
lesson, but did not meet others.
1. I did not meet the objectives of the task or
lesson.
2. I put some effort into the task, but I stopped working
when difficulties arose.
1. I put very little effort into the task.
Classroom Instruction that Works, by Robert J. Marzano, Debra J. Pickering, and Jane E. Polluck, ASCD Product No. 101010, , page
52
Conclusion
Parenting is a full time responsibility; your informational booklet will serve
as a resource for individuals currently facing the “parenting challenge”.
New parents are facing many challenges and adjustments to the daily lifes.
They must adjust their schedules and learn daily care skills for their newborn
infant. This is both a scary and exciting time for new parents. It is
important to learn skills and know what resources you can access to learn
about infant care of feeding, bathing, dressing and safety/ health care of your
new family member. During the first twelve months of life, infants grow
and develop at an amazing rate access to knowing what to expect is
important for you as a future parent.
Resources
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?qu=infants&ctt=1#ai:MP900182830|mt:2|
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?qu=infants&ctt=1#ai:MP900178530|mt:2|
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?ex=2&qu=newbors#ai:MP900178523|mt:2|
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?ex=2&qu=newbors#ai:MP900178523|mt:2|
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?ex=2&qu=newbors#ai:MP900289365|mt:2|
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?ex=2&qu=newbors#ai:MP900409360|mt:2|
http://www.thelearningcommunity.us/newborns-and-infants.aspx
http://www.pampers.com/en_US/home/
http://parenting.org/ - Parenting skills, discipline
http://www.dearparents.com/ - Parents and technology
http://family.go.com/ - Activities, babies, food, education, parenting
http://www.familyeducation.com/home/ - Resources for parent/child involvement activities
http://www.theideabox.com/ - Early childhood educational ideas
Taking Care of Newborn
Why Newborns Look so Funny Use with Healthy Newborn study guide.
Taking Care of Newborn
Why Newborns Look so Funny Use with Healthy Newborn study guide.
Textbook: Parents and Their Children, by Verdene Ryder and Nancy Henke-Konopasek
Enfamil: enfagrow.com/index.html
National Network for Child Care: nncc.org/Child.Dev/grow.infant.html
Oh Baby!: envisagedesign.com/ohbaby/develop.html
Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families: zerotothree.org
Based on a template from The WebQuest Page
Edited by P. Link, Morris County ETTC