Utilizing Observation and Assessment in Responsive Care

Write a 23-page paper (minimum) discussing how observation and assessment can be used to support personalized care for infants and toddlers. Use the following questions to guide your essay: Importance of Observation and Assessment: Why are observation and assessment essential in infant/toddler care? Provide a detailed explanation of their role in understanding developmental needs. Observation Tools and Methods: What observation tools or methods can caregivers use to assess infants and toddlers? Describe at least two tools and explain how they provide insights into childrens needs. Planning Responsive Care: How can the results from observations and assessments be used to plan responsive care? Provide examples of how caregivers can tailor activities or routines based on assessment outcomes. Ensure your paper is in APA format, include at least one peer reviewed or scholarly article, with intext citations and a reference page.