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Inclusive Education

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pexels-photo-220320In an early childhood setting, planning needs to be done with all the children in mind. Children with different backgrounds and abilities need to feel welcome and an integral part of the setting.

An art activity needs has to be planned so every child can participate. The same is true for science, literacy, math activities, and so on.

The child with an additional need should not be left excluded in a specific location. ALL children should learn that the world is a place where they are expected to contribute to with the best of their abilities. We should look at our strengths and not focus on our weaknesses, yet acknowledging that we all have both.

Though this is easier said than done, a partnership between parents, teachers, and the community is pivotal to a successful inclusive education.

For more information, refer to this article on inclusive education.

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Children’s Play

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Different cultures view play through different lenses. Sometimes parents ask their children to stop playing and start studying. In early childhood, learning is embedded in play.

By not playing and exploring the environment, children are missing out on important benefits.

Through play, children improve their communication skills, enhance their social and emotional wellbeing, develop a faster memory, and try creative solutions.

Most important, they live healthier and happier.

For more information, refer to the Parenting for Brain website.

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Children’s Literature in a Global World

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One way to help children develop a critical disposition is through children’s literature. Fairy tales are told differently in different cultures.

Children could be asked to read different versions of the same text, to point out the changes, and to examine the effects of those changes.

As an example, here are four versions of Cinderella:

The Egyptian Cinderella
The Disney version: “Cinderella – Lets Read Kids TV, Children’s Story Books Read Aloud”
The Korean Cinderella
The Mexican Cinderella, “Adelita”

By comparing the stories, children will notice the content, settings, and illustrations in different cultures and how people are connected globally through common and individual heritage.

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Education

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Education should go hand in hand with development. What is our role as parents and educators as children grow up?

A variety of topics will be presented. They will focus on harmonising education and development.

Yes, we want to think of where the child’s stage of development is as we plan activities. More important is to think how the child is different and how education can help him/her fulfill his/her potential.