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1. Vocabulary
These are the core words you need for work in childcare and recreation.
Learn them well before you move on to the reading and writing sections
below, since the exercises there use this vocabulary.
Svenska
English
förskola
preschool / nursery
fritidshem
after-school club
barnskötare
childcare assistant
vårdnadshavare
guardian / parent
utveckling
development
lek
play
rutiner
routines
konflikthantering
conflict resolution
trygghet
safety / security
aktivitet
activity
samling
circle time
anmälningsplikt
duty to report
bemötande
approach / how you treat someone
gruppdynamik
group dynamics
inkludering
inclusion
Multiple choice
1
"Förskola" means...
preschool / nursery — a "förskola" is where young children go before they start school.
Fill in the blank
2
Every morning we start with ______, where all the children sit in a circle and we sing a song together. (samling)
circle time — "samling" is when everyone gathers together, usually in a circle.
Fill in the blank
3
When two children argue over a toy, you need to help them with ______. (konflikthantering)
conflict resolution — helping children solve disagreements in a calm and fair way.
Fill in the blank
1
In Sweden, all staff at a preschool have a ______ ______ ______, which means they must contact social services if they suspect a child is being harmed.
duty to report — in Swedish, "anmälningsplikt". It is a legal obligation, not a choice.
Choose & explain
2
"Making sure every child feels welcome and can take part, regardless of
ability or background." Which word from the vocabulary list describes
this? Explain in one or two sentences why this matters in childcare.
inclusion — it means making sure that no child is left out. In childcare, every child has the right to feel safe and to participate, whether they have a disability, speak a different language, or come from a different background.
Write
3
Write two sentences explaining why routines are important for young
children. Use at least two words from the vocabulary list.
Example: Routines give children a sense of safety because they know what will happen next. For example, having circle time every morning helps the group feel calm and ready for the day's activities.
Explain
1
Explain the difference between "approach" (bemotande) and "conflict
resolution" (konflikthantering), in your own words. Give an example
of each from a childcare setting.
"Approach" is about how you generally treat and interact with children. For example, getting down to a child's level when speaking to them. "Conflict resolution" is a specific action when a problem has already happened. For example, helping two children talk through a disagreement about sharing.
Scenario
2
A parent asks you: "My child says she has no friends at the
after-school club. What are you doing about it?" Write what you
would say, using vocabulary from this list.
Example: Thank you for telling me. Inclusion is very important to us. I have noticed that your child sometimes plays alone during activities, and I have been working on the group dynamics by pairing children together for play. I will keep a closer eye on it and make sure she feels welcome.
2. Reading
Choose the level that fits you. Each level has its own text and
questions about working with children.
Nursery Assistant Wanted
Sunshine Nursery is looking for a nursery assistant. You will work
with children aged 1 to 5 years. Your tasks: help with routines such
as meals, nap time, and outdoor play. You will also lead circle time
and plan simple activities.
Requirements: you must enjoy working with children and be a good
team player. You must follow all safety rules and keep the children
within sight at all times.
Start date: August. Send your application to
jobs@sunshinenursery.se.
Adapted text for Foundation level.
Multiple choice
1
How old are the children at Sunshine Nursery?
1 to 5 years — the ad says "children aged 1 to 5 years".
Comprehension
2
Name two daily routines mentioned in the ad.
Meals, nap time, and outdoor play are all mentioned. Any two of these is correct.
Comprehension
3
What safety rule does the ad mention?
Keep the children within sight at all times.
Why Routines Matter in Childcare
Young children feel safe when they know what is going to happen next.
That is why routines are one of the most important tools in any
preschool or after-school club. A clear daily schedule, with circle
time in the morning, activities before lunch, outdoor play in the
afternoon, helps children feel calm and reduces conflict.
Routines also support development. When a child helps set the table
every day, they learn to cooperate and take responsibility. When they
practise putting on their own shoes before going outside, they build
independence. These small tasks may seem simple, but they are steps
in the child's growth.
Of course, routines must be flexible. If a child is upset, stopping
to listen is more important than staying on schedule. A good childcare
assistant reads the group and adapts. The routine is a guide, not a
prison.
Written as course material.
Multiple choice
1
According to the text, why do routines reduce conflict?
because children know what is going to happen next — the text says children feel calm when they can predict the day.
Comprehension
2
The text gives two examples of how routines support development.
What are they?
Helping set the table (teaches cooperation and responsibility) and putting on their own shoes (builds independence).
Comprehension
3
What does the text mean when it says "the routine is a guide, not
a prison"?
It means you should follow the routine most of the time, but you should also be flexible and respond to what is actually happening. If a child needs you, that comes first.
When Should You Act? Understanding the Duty to Report
In Sweden, everyone who works with children has a legal duty to report.
This means that if you suspect a child is being harmed or neglected, you
must contact social services. You do not need proof. You do not need
permission from your supervisor. The law says that a reasonable suspicion
is enough.
This can be difficult for new childcare workers. You might worry that
you are wrong, or that reporting will damage your relationship with the
family. But the duty to report exists to protect the child, not to punish
the parent. Social services will investigate. Your job is only to pass
on your concern.
Signs that something may be wrong include sudden changes in behaviour,
unexplained injuries, a child who is afraid to go home, or a child who
comes to preschool hungry or in dirty clothes repeatedly. None of these
signs are proof on their own, but together they may form a pattern.
Talking to a colleague or your supervisor before you report is fine, as
long as it does not delay the report. What is never acceptable is deciding
not to report because you are not sure. The law is clear: if in doubt,
report.
Written as course material.
Inference
1
Why does the text say "you do not need proof"? What problem is it
trying to prevent?
It is trying to prevent people from staying silent because they are not 100% sure. The law only requires a reasonable suspicion because waiting for proof could mean a child stays in a harmful situation longer.
Comprehension
2
Name three signs the text mentions that something may be wrong.
Sudden changes in behaviour, unexplained injuries, a child afraid to go home, coming to preschool hungry, or coming in dirty clothes repeatedly. Any three is correct.
Extended answer
3
The text says the duty to report exists "to protect the child, not
to punish the parent." Explain in your own words why this distinction
matters for someone working in childcare.
If you think of reporting as punishing the family, you might hesitate or feel guilty. But if you understand that reporting is about making sure the child is safe, it becomes easier to act. The focus is always on the child's wellbeing, not on blaming anyone.
3. Writing
Guided writing
1
Write about a future job working with children. Use these
sentence starters: "I want to work at a...",
"A typical day includes...",
"The most important thing when working with children is..."
There is no single correct answer. Check that you used at least two words from the vocabulary list and that each sentence has a subject before the verb.
Paragraph writing
1
A parent picks up their child at the end of the day and asks: "How
was the day?" Write what you would say (5-8 sentences). Describe
an activity the child did and how the child was feeling. Use at
least four words from the vocabulary list.
There is no single correct answer. Check that you describe a specific activity, mention how the child felt, and use at least four vocabulary words correctly.
Extended writing
1
You are a childcare assistant and a new child has started at your
preschool. The child does not speak Swedish. Write a plan (150+
words) for how you would help this child feel included during the
first week. Think about routines, activities, approach, and
group dynamics.
There is no single correct answer. Check that you mention at least three concrete actions, that your plan covers more than one part of the day, and that you explain how each action supports inclusion.
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