Know how to respect and value children as individuals
In this lesson you will learn:
- That children need to be values as individuals
- Why you should allow children to be part of the decision making process
- The importance of being a good role model
Table of Contents
- Tutorial Video
- Reading Materials
- ‘Children being treated as individuals’ from Early Years Careers
- ‘Making children feel valued in a day nursery environment’ from the Run A Day Nursery website.
- ‘How can we respect the human rights of very young children?’ from the Children and Young People’s Commissioner Scotland
- Presentation
- Good Practice Example
- Interactive Quiz
- Evidence Opportunities
- Extended Learning
- Click the icon to read an article titled ‘Teach Kids to Respect by Treating them with Respect’, which is provided by videoofbirth.com. This article explains the role of adults in teaching children how to form healthy relationships.
- Click the icon to read an article titled ‘Correcting behaviour in a child who won’t listen’ which was written by Wayne Parker. This article explains the stage of misbehaviour that most children go through, and how their behaviour can be managed during this time to ensure a child’s positive development.
- Click the icon to read this article titled ‘Showing Respect to your Children’ which was published on Knoji and explains the importance and significance of respect in a family setting, and how adults can demonstrate respect when dealing with children.
- Think of a time when you have been laughed at or someone has talked about you in a negative way just out of your earshot. How did it make you feel? Would you ever make someone feel like that? Have you ever made a child feel like that? Now that you have an understanding of the importance of making children feel valued and respected, create a list of ways through which you could change any of your previous behaviours and attitudes.
- Click the icon to view a UNICEF webpage which explains the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. This explains children’s rights and parents’ responsibilities in making sure that these rights are upheld.
- Click the icon to access an article titled ‘How to accept and respect other cultures’ which was published by Owlcation. This article defines culture.
- Click the icon to visit the website of Childline. Explore the website and ensure that you are familiar with the procedures that are followed when you suspect that a child is being treated without due respect.
- Think And Challenge
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