Families and Educators Together

Homeschool relationships have always been a cornerstone of childrens success and well-being.But cultivating positive, supportive partnerships between educators and families is an ongoing process, one that requires reciprocal respect and communication to grow. Use the practical information and ideas in this book to develop and embed a culture of family engagement in all aspects of your early childhood program, from curriculum planning to addressing childrens individual needs, by:Creating a welcoming environment for familiesProviding many ways for families to engage in the program and their childrens learningEnsuring two-way communication and addressing communication challengesBuilding on learning opportunities families already provide at homeSupporting diverse home languages and culturesCollaborating on community-wide effortsPacked with strategies, resources, and examples from early childhood programs, this book illustrates numerous ways to engage families in your early childhood community so that together, families + educators = thriving children.