Since you asked…
Community Child Care Association’s blog for early childhood educators
Question: At mealtimes, a lot of children are refusing to eat the main meal, so educators are requesting sandwiches be prepared for them instead. How can we create a menu where all children are at least eating some of the main meals?
Answer: There are a few strategies you could try
- Offer a variety of foods. If you are having chicken and vegetables for lunch, ensure the…
Question: Is it wrong for educators to use the word ‘kids’?
Answer: Choose professional language to foster a culture of respect
Children use the word ‘kids’ when they talk about ‘other kids’, and adults use it when talking about ‘their kids’,…
Question: Is it ok to use tepees, or is this cultural appropriation?
Answer: It depends
Like every other decision we make in early childhood education and care, choosing whether it is right to use a tepee…
Question: Should children wear high-vis vests on excursions?
Answer: It depends on your ‘why’
Many educators feel more comfortable using high-vis on excursions, and that’s okay. But when it comes to child…
Question: What can I do if the school is thinking of outsourcing the outside school hours care service?
Answer: Seek to be informed. Aim to collaborate
As a coordinator, learning that your school is considering outsourcing the outside school hours care (OSHC) service…
Question: How should I respond when a child says ‘I don’t want that one/to do that, that’s for girls/boys’?
Answer: With curiosity
Questions like this are a great opportunity for reflection; not just for the children, but also for educators.
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