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Preparing children for an uncertain future: the role of the early childhood teacher
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posted on 2019-01-01, 00:00 authored by Marjory Ebbeck, Bonnie Yim, Ting WeiThis paper proposes that the future is uncertain for many children. Both natural and human-made disasters are adversely affecting the lives of millions of children and their families. An example of an environment-related disaster is cited from Sichuan Province, China, where a massive earthquake killed some 70,000 people in 2008. How the teachers responded to such a disaster is explained through drawings by the children illustrating their feelings. This paper discusses how early childhood teachers can prepare children before, during and after disasters. Various strategies are discussed including, facilitating children’s expressions of emotions, empathy, and resilience in the face of adversity. The use of dramatic play and storytelling are discussed with examples that can be a stimulus for curriculum development. The role of the teacher is viewed as critical in helping children readjust to life and regain some semblance of well-being.
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Journal of Early Childhood Teacher EducationPagination
1 - 18Publisher
Taylor & FrancisLocation
London, Eng.Publisher DOI
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1090-1027Language
engNotes
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