Warm and Secure Environment (E2.1.2)

In this video a teacher shares how he creates a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for children.

In this exemplar video a teacher provides comfort to an infant experiencing physcial distress. Notice how the teacher stays calm, gives reassurance, and provides a gentle voice and touch–these are all examples of ways teachers can provide physical and emotional security to infants.

In this exemplar video teachers greet and welcome toddlers as they arrive to the classroom. Notice how the teachers welcome the children during during morning arrive and gauge each child’s needs–these are all examples of ways teachers can provide physical and emotional security.

In this Exemplar Video, teacher comforts crying child on playground. Notice how the teacher acknowledges and is responding that the child is upset and missing their mom, using a warm tone of voice, rubs tummy and hand, and pulls them in close to show she is a secure/safe place for their needs.

In this exemplar video, a teacher recognizes signs of stress in a child crying and responds promptly. Notice how the teacher uses a warm tone and soothing touches to create a safe environment for the child –an example of provides physical and emotional security.

In this exemplar video, a teacher responds to a child reaching for a hug. Notice how the teacher uses a warm and inviting tone and soothing touches to create a safe environment for the child –an example of provides physical and emotional security.

In this exemplar video, a teacher provides emotional support for a child in distress. Notice how the teacher uses a calm tone, reassuring touches, and maintains eye contact — examples of providing physical and emotional security.

In this exemplar video, a teacher gently cleans a child’s nose while maintaining a calm and nurturing presence. Notice how the teacher uses warm, responsive actions and a soothing tone—an example of providing physical and emotional security through supportive verbal and non-verbal behaviors.

In this exemplar video, a teacher soothes two toddlers who accidentally ran into each other. Notice how the teacher provides comfort through gentle words and calm reassurance—an example of offering emotional support and helping children understand and process what happened.

In this exemplar video, a teacher comforts a child who has fallen and acknowledges another child for offering support. Notice how the teacher uses a warm tone, gentle touch, and positive words—an example of providing physical and emotional security through responsive verbal and non-verbal behaviors such as reassuring touches, eye contact, and calm, encouraging language.

In this exemplar video, a teacher talks with children about sharing toys so they can play together. Notice how the teacher uses a calm voice and kind words to help the children feel safe and supported—an example of creating a warm and nurturing environment.