1st Edition

Cultural Diversity and Inclusion in Early Years Education

By Penny Borkett Copyright 2018
192 Pages
by Routledge

192 Pages
by Routledge

192 Pages
by Routledge

Cultural Diversity and Inclusion in Early Years Education reveals how cultural diversity can be celebrated in every early years setting. Acknowledging the impact of culture on a child’s development and identity, the book demonstrates the need for practitioners to appreciate cultural difference, value diversity and ensure inclusive practices. Alongside comprehensive discussion of current... Read more

Acknowledgements

Glossary

Introduction

PART I

Chapter one: What is inclusion?

Chapter two: The political context of cultural diversity

Chapter three: How does theory relate to cultural diversity?

Chapter four: Who are we? The impact of cultural diversity on a child’s identity

PART II

Chapter five: Working with families

Chapter six: Working with young children Conclusion and resources/strategies for cultural diversity

Biography

Penny Borkett

"This is a very important book for practitioners. There are increasing pressures, stirred in part by the national media, straining relationships that have been built between communities... From sociocultural theories to practical applications this is a book that should reach a wiude audience." — Neil Henty, Early Years Educator