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Based on your readings in Lesson 4, how would you address the problems listed below? Refer to the typical child’s physical, cognitive, and socioemotional characteristics as you establish expectations. Use the information in your book about the manner in which a child thinks and interacts in early childhood to design specific activities to solve the problem. Your response should be grammatically correct, two pages long (one page per question), and cite all sources (including references to research and theories noted in the textbook) using APA citations and a reference page. You should also provide proper references for parent-child activities.

Respond to the following:

  1. Having recently turned three years old, Luke has officially entered early childhood, yet he has never spoken a word. He periodically makes noises, but not on a consistent basis. He appears to be otherwise well-adjusted; he loves to run and climb, can recognize family and friends, is especially attached to his mother, and follows directions with little modeling by a parent. He dislikes books and has no interest in television, but he does enjoy toys that make a loud noise. He watches people closely for cues. Diagnose this problem. How would you investigate Luke’s problem? Whom might you consult? Be precise in your approach, outlining specific actions or activities you would utilize.
  2. At five years of age, Dee Dee is a bouncy, busy little girl who rarely stays involved in an activity for more than three minutes. She interrupts adult conversations, bangs on the coffee table and other furniture for attention, and expects her needs to be addressed immediately. She talks and talks and talks, but is not a good listener. Dee Dee refuses to go to bed and will not stay in bed at night. Her parents have to lock her in her room at night in order to get any sleep themselves. She is only partially potty trained. Diagnose this problem. How would you investigate these behaviors? Whom might you consult? Be precise in your approach, outlining specific actions or activities you would utilize.