Spotlight on Young Children and Families (Spotlight on Young Children series) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1928896421 ISBN 13: 9781928896425

Publisher: The National Association for the Education of Young Children, 2007

Synopsis

Families come in many forms, reflecting varied ethnicities, cultures, belief systems, and family structures. When educators acknowledge, respect, and value those differences, welcoming families as partners in their children’s learning and members of the classroom community, children are more likely to succeed―in early education and beyond.

In this collection of articles from Young Children and Beyond the Journal, the authors address topics such as sharing the care of infants and toddlers, conferencing with families, acknowledging culture and promoting inclusion, and helping families to support learning at home. The book includes a list of key resources as well as questions and activities designed to aid readers in reflecting on the articles.

This volume is part of NAEYC’s best-selling Spotlight series―great resources for the college classroom and for staff development.

About this title

About the Author:

Derry Koralek, chief publishing officer of NAEYC, oversees the development of all print and digital publishing, including books, brochures, periodicals, professional development guides, posters, and websites for educators and families. Derry is editor in chief of Young Children and TYC―Teaching Young Children.

Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.:

FAMILIES COME IN MANY FORMS, from a variety of cultures, ethnicities, and belief systems. In some families, parents are the primary caregivers; in others, grandparents or guardians. All families want to help their children succeed. Some seem to know what to do naturally, while others appreciate some guidance. Each family has unique insight into their own child.
Family involvement is critical to the success of young children in early learning environments and beyond. Only when teachers and administrators welcome, respect, and value family partnerships do parents feel supported. Families then become more comfortable and confident with their chosen early childhood setting and their children are more likely to do well.

About this edition

• Publisher: The National Association for the Education of Young Children
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1928896421
• ISBN 13: 9781928896425
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64
• Editor: Koralek Derry