If I Imagined what it would be like to open my own Family Child Care Home I imagine this: As an ant-bias teacher I would plan to encourage children to express their own ideas, to be themselves and respect others cultural differences. I am going to learn about the families and communities of the children I teach so, that I
can do a better job in the happiness of children.
Examining Posters, children art work, can highlight positive
personality traits to be exhibited in and out of the classroom. I will support
and value their unique contributions, in hopes to create a classroom communities where children and their families feel safe and welcomed (Derman-Sparks & Olsen, 2010).
I would make every effort to create a setting that is rich
in possibilities for exploring cultural diversity. My environment would assist children
in developing their ideas about themselves and about others.I would ask myself
are all children represented in my classroom (Derman-Sparks & Olsen 2010).
By selecting my materials carefully, so they are simple and not too much stuff, instead with clear images,that are easily used by children (Derman-Sparks
& Olsen 2010).
Derma-Sparks, L., &
Olsen Edwards, J. (2010). Anti-bias education
for young children and ourselves. Washington, D.C.
Kathleen,I enjoy reading your blog,I agree with you that children are unique an is important to value their feelings and "contributions, in hopes to create a classroom communities where children and their families feel safe and welcomed (Derman-Sparks & Olsen, 2010).
ReplyDeleteI like this part of your work I will do the same for know more about diversity and different cultures to be a good support for my children and their families .good work!)
maria
Kathleen,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your blog. You have great ideas in creating your anti-bias day care center. letting young children explore different images of other people differences will help them to respect others as well. Good Job!!
Colleague Kathleen:
ReplyDeleteI am impressed with your outline for an anti-bias care center. I love the idea of creating an environment for exploration, discussion,safety, welcome and valuing others for who they are. Thank you for these insightful ideas. I will certainly employ them in my classroom. Thank you very much.
Sharon Munroe.