Part 1: Position Statements and Influential PracticesNAEYC. (2009). Developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood programs serving children from birth through age 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://sylvan.live.ecollege.com/ec/courses/56607/CRS-CW-4744594/educ6005_readings/naeyc_dap_position_statement.pdf NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on child abuse prevention. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/ChildAbuseStand.pdf NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on school readiness. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Readiness.pdf NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on responding to linguistic and cultural diversity. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/diversity.pdf NAEYC. (2003). Early childhood curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation: Building an effective, accountable system in programs for children birth through age 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/pscape.pdf NAEYC. (2009, April). Early childhood inclusion: A summary. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_ECSummary_A.pdf Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. (2010). Infant-toddler policy agenda. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ter_pub_infanttodller FPG Child Development Institute. (2006, September). Evidence-based practice empowers early childhood professionals and families. (FPG Snapshot, No. 33). Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~snapshots/snap33.pdf
Part 2: Global Support for Children’s Rights and Well-Being
Article: UNICEF (n.d.). Fact sheet: A summary of the rights under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.unicef.org/crc/files/Rights_overview.pdf
Websites: World Forum Foundation
http://www.worldforumfoundation.org/wf/about.php
This link connects you to the mission statement of this organization. Make sure to watch the video on this webpage World Organization for Early Childhood Education
http://www.omep-usnc.org/
Read about OMEP’s mission. Association for Childhood Education International
http://acei.org/about/
Click on “Mission/Vision” and “Guiding Principles and Beliefs” and read these statements. Part 3: Selected Early Childhood Organizations
National Association for the Education of Young Children
http://www.naeyc.org/ The Division for Early Childhood
http://www.dec-sped.org/ Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families
http://www.zerotothree.org/ WESTED
http://www.wested.org/cs/we/print/docs/we/home.htm Harvard Education Letter
http://www.hepg.org/hel/topic/85 FPG Child Development Institute
http://www.fpg.unc.edu/main/about.cfm Administration for Children and Families Headstart’s National Research Conference
http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/opre/hsrc/ HighScope
http://www.highscope.org/ Children’s Defense Fund
http://www.childrensdefense.org/ Center for Child Care Workforce
http://www.ccw.org/ Council for Exceptional Children
http://www.cec.sped.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home Institute for Women’s Policy Research
http://www.iwpr.org/index.cfm National Center for Research on Early Childhood Education
http://www.ncrece.org/wordpress/ National Child Care Association
http://www.nccanet.org/ National Institute for Early Education Research
http://nieer.org/ Pre[K]Now
http://www.preknow.org/ Voices for America’s Children
http://www.voices.org/ The Erikson Institute
http://www.erikson.edu/
My Additional Resources:
Early Childhood Education: Birth - 8: The World of Children, Families, and Educators
Creative Resources for the Early Childhood Classroom by Judy Herr and Yvonne R. Libby-Larson
What Every Teacher Should Know About Developing and Presenting a Professional Portfolio in Early Childhood Education (2nd Edition) by Nancy W. Wiltz, Ocie Watson-Thompson, Hannah S. Cawley, and Heather A. Skelley
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Words of Inspiration and Motivation
Deborah Leong Quotes
“It is abundantly clear to those who work with young children that how children feel about themselves and others colors and shapes their ability to learn. Their social emotional capacities powerfully affect, and even determine, their ability to listen and communicate; to concentrate; to recognize, understand, and solve problems; to cooperate; to modulate their emotional states; to become self-motivating; and to resolve conflicts adaptively – in short, the ability to become a member of the group.”
“The very attributes we most want to nurture in our children—creativity, initiative, collaboration, problem-solving, courage—are best developed through imaginative play.”
Sandy Escobido
"Seeing how involved my parents were it made me want to be involved in eduction in general".
“It is abundantly clear to those who work with young children that how children feel about themselves and others colors and shapes their ability to learn. Their social emotional capacities powerfully affect, and even determine, their ability to listen and communicate; to concentrate; to recognize, understand, and solve problems; to cooperate; to modulate their emotional states; to become self-motivating; and to resolve conflicts adaptively – in short, the ability to become a member of the group.”
“The very attributes we most want to nurture in our children—creativity, initiative, collaboration, problem-solving, courage—are best developed through imaginative play.”
Quotes from Susan Bredekamp
"Children benefit most from teachers who have the skills, knowledge, and judgment to make good decisions and are given the opportunity to use them." – NAEYC, Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Birth through Age 8 (2009)
"We are decision makers. As adults caring for children, it is our responsibility to seek out and intentionally plan the best opportunities for children that support their over-all well being and healthy development. Developmentally appropriate practice, commonly known as DAP, is a comprehensive educational perspective that supports optimal healthy development for every child. Understanding DAP - its meaning and intentional practices - is essential in guiding the decisions we make for young children". ~NAEYC article
"We are decision makers. As adults caring for children, it is our responsibility to seek out and intentionally plan the best opportunities for children that support their over-all well being and healthy development. Developmentally appropriate practice, commonly known as DAP, is a comprehensive educational perspective that supports optimal healthy development for every child. Understanding DAP - its meaning and intentional practices - is essential in guiding the decisions we make for young children". ~NAEYC article
Quotes from the video
Louise Derman Sparks
"The passion to make sure that all children were taught in environments and in ways that truly nurtured thier ability to grow and develop to their fullest ability".
Sandy Escobido
"Seeing how involved my parents were it made me want to be involved in eduction in general".
Sunday, March 20, 2011
My Childhood Web
1. Donice Townsend (Mom): My childhood was definitely not like most but there were some good memories. My mom is the top person in my life that nurtured and loved me, even though I only lived with her part of my life. My mom was heavy on drugs and could not take care of me and my siblings the way most parents should. But I was never be mad at the decisions she made in her life because I loved her for the woman she was. She taught me to be independent and strong willed and how to think on my own. I learned never to back down and always aim for the best life has to offer. She died when I was 17 of a brain tumor but even now she comes around (in my dreams) to check on me and talk with me about life. The funny thing is I am just like her but I took her advice and learned from her mistakes so I made better choices in my life.
2. Lynn Townsend (Dad): As a child I started out a daddies girl but that ended when he left our family when I was 7 years old. He too had a drug problem and had a hard time making good choices but when he was around he made me feel most daddies make their daughters feel, like a princess. My father was talented and I learned from him to never let my talents and skills go to waste. He always considered me to be the special child as if he knew I would go on to achieve great things. I thank him for giving me his faith because knowing that he thought so highly of me made me want to do great things with my life. He died when I was 14 of a drug overdose but he forever lives in my heart.
3. Mary Hill (Great Aunt): At the age of 12 I formally meant my favorite auntie and we have been extremely close ever since. She is my grandmother's sister and of all her neices, she loves me the most! My aunt has been my number one fan since I can remember, always making sure I have nice things and encouraging me to be the best I can be. She always tells me how beautiful and strong of a woman I am and she only sees happiness in my future. I have grown to appreciate the talks that we have and the advice she gives me. Even as an adult she still tells me how beautiful and smart I am and how proud of me she is and those are the words I cherish most because I still like to know that I am making her proud.
4: Yvette Boyd (aunt): My mom's sister who allowed me to live with her from ninth to twelveth grade. Unfortunately our relationship was not a good one. She never made me feel special or had encouraging words for me, I often even questioned if she loved me or just put up with me because I was her sister's child.. But the reason why this relationship is one that nurtured me is because even though she was totally against me it made me work twice as hard to prove her wrong. Her negativity fueled my determination and independence to strive high and count on myself at a young age. I love her because of that.
5: Mr. Stanley (high school music teacher): Of all my teachers growing up Mr. Stanley was the one who was like a father to me. He made sure I was able to participate in school activities and he dedicated his personal time to making sure I was okay outside of school. I was not the only child he took a liking too because 3 of my best friends were like he children also. He was there to lend out advice and questioned our boyfriends of their intentions like most fathers. He saw potential in me that most of my family ignored and he pushed me to live up to that potential. It is people like him that made my lack of family support less traumatic because I felt loved regardless.
2. Lynn Townsend (Dad): As a child I started out a daddies girl but that ended when he left our family when I was 7 years old. He too had a drug problem and had a hard time making good choices but when he was around he made me feel most daddies make their daughters feel, like a princess. My father was talented and I learned from him to never let my talents and skills go to waste. He always considered me to be the special child as if he knew I would go on to achieve great things. I thank him for giving me his faith because knowing that he thought so highly of me made me want to do great things with my life. He died when I was 14 of a drug overdose but he forever lives in my heart.
3. Mary Hill (Great Aunt): At the age of 12 I formally meant my favorite auntie and we have been extremely close ever since. She is my grandmother's sister and of all her neices, she loves me the most! My aunt has been my number one fan since I can remember, always making sure I have nice things and encouraging me to be the best I can be. She always tells me how beautiful and strong of a woman I am and she only sees happiness in my future. I have grown to appreciate the talks that we have and the advice she gives me. Even as an adult she still tells me how beautiful and smart I am and how proud of me she is and those are the words I cherish most because I still like to know that I am making her proud.
4: Yvette Boyd (aunt): My mom's sister who allowed me to live with her from ninth to twelveth grade. Unfortunately our relationship was not a good one. She never made me feel special or had encouraging words for me, I often even questioned if she loved me or just put up with me because I was her sister's child.. But the reason why this relationship is one that nurtured me is because even though she was totally against me it made me work twice as hard to prove her wrong. Her negativity fueled my determination and independence to strive high and count on myself at a young age. I love her because of that.
5: Mr. Stanley (high school music teacher): Of all my teachers growing up Mr. Stanley was the one who was like a father to me. He made sure I was able to participate in school activities and he dedicated his personal time to making sure I was okay outside of school. I was not the only child he took a liking too because 3 of my best friends were like he children also. He was there to lend out advice and questioned our boyfriends of their intentions like most fathers. He saw potential in me that most of my family ignored and he pushed me to live up to that potential. It is people like him that made my lack of family support less traumatic because I felt loved regardless.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
My favorite child drawing!!
I love this photo because I have two daughters and I often get pictures like this and it makes me feel like I am on top of the world. It let's me know that all my hard work never goes unnotice and my girls love and appreciate me and all that I do for them. It also let's me know that I am their rolemodel, I am their first teacher and everything I do they see and I have to model the behavior I want them to have as well.A quote that is meaningful to me
"No one has yet fully realized the wealth of sympathy, kindness and generosity hidden in the soul of a child. The effort of every true education should be to unlock that treasure."
-Emma Goldman (Author)
-Emma Goldman (Author)
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