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1.1 Understands typical and atypical development and multiple factors that influence development from conception through infancy and early childhood
1.1 e. Applies theories of growth, development, and learning into everyday practices
1.3 Encourages children's development of social and emotional skills 
1.3 g. Provides opportunities for children to help, to make choices, and to do things for themselves
1.3 i. Recognizes when children show self-discipline and self-control
1.3 j. Finds ways to help children feel successful, identify and pursue interests, and develop a sense of personal identity 
1.4 Helps children achieve self-regulation and develop coping skills
1.4 e. Creates an environment and provides strategies that help children: Manage strong emotions and calm themselves, Focus their attention to remain actively engaged with activities and materials, Read the signals of the environment to learn how to respond appropriately, Cope with fear, anger, and frustration, Use language to share their needs, Consider the needs of others, Use problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies
1.4 f. Provides appropriate guidance to assist children in understanding the results of their actions
1.4 g. Recognizes that a child’s ability to exercise self-regulation and control over his/her body functions, emotions, and behavior emerges over time as a developmental process 
4.3  Works to effectively promote social and emotional development and prevent     challenging behaviors4.3 a. Provides diverse and developmentally appropriate materials to promote social interaction 
4.3 c. Develops clear and developmentally appropriate expectations with children and states them in a positive form (i.e., “walk please” vs. “no running”) 
4.3 f. Models positive social interactions, such as friendship skills, empathy, and respect 
4.3 j. Teaches children effective and socially appropriate ways to meet their wants and needs 

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