interact effectively with children CHCIC301D - Bernice & Henry Case Study

[ashley]

i am having a bit of trouble with 2 question on this case study any help would muchly be appreciated.

Case study:
Bernice is on the floor playing with Henry who is six months old. Henry giggles each time Bernice looks at him and she shakes her head quickly saying “ Cheeky, cheeky, cheeky!” “Here is your boo boo” says Bernice as she picks up Henrys blanket and places it next to him. Bernice smiles as Henry watches her face.

the questions is are
A) Did Bernice use any gender-specific or stereotypical language?
B) Why is it important to avoid using such language?

thanks ashley

[Lorina]

Hi Ashley,

This question is basically asking if the carer is using any words to describe the child based on their own assumption (stereotyping). For example: "Terrible Twos" we often here this term used to describe a 2 year old child, although it's a common term, it's still stereotyping..

Hopefully this gives you a hint...

Cheers ,
L.A

[ashley]

cool thanks for that L.A
this has helped me