1. A child's wellness must be nurtured and strengthened. Adopting an attitude of wellness allows a child to take control and make decisions that improve their health. (Page 3) a. Define wellness. b. Describe how nutrition, health and safety are interconnected to wellness. c. Describe the role of the educator in promoting wellness. d. List current issues and trends that impact children's health. (Page 4) 2. Children need shelter, food, and love to be happy and healthy. A child 's wellbeing is also affected by their personality, their family and community. Larger systemic trends also have a direct impact on wellbeing. Describe factors that influence children's wellness. (Page 11) a. According to Sorte et al educators "must be advocates for addressing negative influences on children's development and promoters for supporting children's wellness." - What negative influences should be addressed? E.g., Homelessness - What is one recommendation for progressive childcare policies? E.g., Provide affordable housing to families - Describe one strategy that can be used to make a difference in this area? E.g., Write a letter to the Minister Responsible for Housing - How can you educate the public about this problem? E.g., Write a letter to the local newspaper - What groups and organizations can you join that advocate for the well-being of children in this area? E.g., Sources Advocacy, Housing and Prevention Services.

1. 1. A child's wellness must be nurtured and strengthened. Adopting an attitude of wellness allows
a child to take control and make decisions that improve their health. (Page 3) a. Define wellness.
b. Describe how nutrition, health and safety are interconnected to wellness. c. Describe the role
of the educator in promoting wellness. d. List current issues and trends that impact children's
health. (Page 4) 2. Children need shelter, food, and love to be happy and healthy. A child 's
wellbeing is also affected by their personality, their family and community. Larger systemic
trends also have a direct impact on wellbeing. Describe factors that influence children's wellness.
(Page 11) a. According to Sorte et al educators "must be advocates for addressing negative
influences on children's development and promoters for supporting children's wellness." - What
negative influences should be addressed? E.g., Homelessness - What is one recommendation for
progressive childcare policies? E.g., Provide affordable housing to families - Describe one
strategy that can be used to make a difference in this area? E.g., Write a letter to the Minister
Responsible for Housing - How can you educate the public about this problem? E.g., Write a
letter to the local newspaper - What groups and organizations can you join that advocate for the
well-being of children in this area? E.g., Sources Advocacy, Housing and Prevention Services