Programs for preschoolers are usually housed on the ground floor because ____.
a. it takes too long for small children to walk up and down the stairs
b. the lunch room and motor room are usually also located on the ground floor
c. in the event of fire, it would be difficult to evacuate young children from upper floors
d. it is inconsiderate to expect staff to take children up and down to get to the playground
Question 2ADA stands for ____.
a. Appropriate Developmental Activities
b. American Disabilities Association
c. Association for Developmental Appropriateness
d. Americans with Disabilities Act
Question 3In the entry area, ____.
a. lighting is important
b. color is important
c. all-weather surfaces should be installed
d. all of the above
Question 4When a preschool is located in a public school, the best situation is to ____.
a. encourage the children to go down the hall independently to the school bathrooms
b. have preschoolers use the regular school bathrooms so they become familiar with them before kindergarten
c. provide a bathroom for preschoolers adjoining their classroom
d. ask parents what they prefer
Question 5The three major user groups to be considered in planning a child care facility are ____.
a. children
b. parents, and staff
c. staff
d. all of the above
Question 6The space design of a child care center should be based on the needs of ____.
a. the users
b. the amount of money available
c. the directors preferences
d. all of the above
Question 7An effective director is responsible for ensuring that appropriate space is available for.
a. new programs
b. ongoing programs
c. programs that are successful
d. both A and B are correct
Question 8Ramps, wide doorways, and other accommodations for people with disabilities should be provided only if a child or staff member needs them.
a. True
b. False