This assignment creates awareness of NAEYCs position statement on developmentally appropriate practice.
The Assignment
Summarize the article by answering the three questions listed below. Each question should be discussed with a minimum of 5 sentences.  Make sure you read the statement on Plagiarism. Also, do not copy and paste the article – that is plagiarism.  Title must be included.
1.What is the main focus of the article? Why does NAEYC have a position statement?
2.What are three strategies or important parts of the position statement that are discussed in the article? (include which area your strategies are from- developmentally appropriate practice, the achievement gap, curriculum or teaching and learning)
3.How will you implement the strategies/ideas (from your second paragraph) when working with children and families? How will you incorporate them into your classroom/center/environment?
Article link: 
http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/KeyMessages.pdf
(If you have difficulty accessing this pdf, contact your instructor for assistance)
Grading Criteria
Acceptable Length- should have an answer for each question with a minimum of 5 sentences.  Summary must be reflective of course material and show comprehension of the article content.  
20 points Three paragraphs are included, each paragraph has a minimum of five sentences
20 points First paragraph summarizes the main focus of the article
30 points Second paragraph summarizes three strategies from the article
30 points Third paragraph gives specific strategies/ideas you will use when working with young children.