FCC Guide 3

Question 1

When should an FCC provider wash their hands during the day?

Accepted Answer

Before food handling and after diapering, toileting, or wiping noses

Answer

Handwashing at key moments like before food and after diapering prevents disease spread.

Question 2

A parent asks how their shy 3-year-old is developing socially. What supportive strategy can the provider use?

Accepted Answer

Gradually encourage small-group play and model positive interactions

Answer

Gentle encouragement and modeling help shy children build social skills at their own pace.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a written parent handbook in family child care?

Accepted Answer

To clearly communicate policies on hours, fees, illness, and expectations

Answer

A handbook sets clear, consistent expectations and policies between provider and families.

Question 4

How should a family child care provider respond when a child bites another child?

Accepted Answer

Calmly separate them, comfort the bitten child, and address the behavior consistently

Answer

Calm intervention, comforting the victim, and consistent guidance address biting appropriately.

Question 5

Why should toys be sanitized regularly in an FCC setting?

Accepted Answer

Because mouthed and shared toys can spread germs among children

Answer

Children mouth and share toys, so regular sanitizing limits the spread of illness.

Family Child Care (FCC) Practice Test