A Broader Concept of Family: Strategies for Welcoming Foster Families into Early Childhood Settings

Resource Type: ArticleStandard 2Standard 4Topic: Family DiversityTopic: Partnership-building with FamiliesTopic: Relationships and Interactions
Written By Kadisha Conteh

https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/yc/winter2024/welcoming-foster-families

This article explores how teachers can better support children in foster care by building strong, respectful partnerships with their foster parents. It suggests moving away from traditional labels like "mom and dad" or rigid assignments like "family trees" in favor of more inclusive language and activities that welcome all types of caregivers. By focusing on open communication and honoring the unique roles of everyone involved, educators can create a stable and caring environment where every child feels they belong.

Organization/Author: Danielle Dushane and Ysaaca Axelrod, Young Children, NAEYC

Type of Resource: Article

Publication Date: Winter 2024

Topic of issue of YC: Creating and Supporting High-Quality Early Learning Programs

Kadisha Conteh
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