I like this poster about diversity because it reminds me that it
isn’t just about a person’s skin color or religion. My hope is that, moving
forward, I will keep in mind that my class is always diverse - despite how
similar they may look.
My goal for early childhood professionals is for each and every
one of them to keep the following statement in mind.
“If we could look into each other’s
hearts and understand the unique challenges each of us faces, I think we would
treat each other much more gently, with more love, patience, tolerance, and
care.” Marvin J. Ashton
I would like to
thank each of my classmates for their openness and willingness to share their
experiences in this arena of anti-bias. Your willingness to share sometimes
painful experiences have helped further my understanding of diversity. Good
luck as you pursue your educational goals.
I love that quote from Ashton. Our world is so fast and we often forget that everyone has struggles. Perhaps it is the need to keep up with the Jones that causes us to miss the fact that we all want for something in our lives. Children are so often seen as unable and just a small version of adults. Children are their own special social identity with needs and wants that are unique to them. I wish teachers were able to teach children instead of teaching "standards"!!!!!! Thank you for your insight during this course.
ReplyDeleteI love that quote from Ashton. Our world is so fast and we often forget that everyone has struggles. Perhaps it is the need to keep up with the Jones that causes us to miss the fact that we all want for something in our lives. Children are so often seen as unable and just a small version of adults. Children are their own special social identity with needs and wants that are unique to them. I wish teachers were able to teach children instead of teaching "standards"!!!!!! Thank you for your insight during this course.
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