Journal Articles

Belonging, being, and becoming: Challenges for children in transition

Title:
Belonging, being, and becoming: Challenges for children in transition
Authors:
Source:
Diaspora Indigenous and Minority Education, 4(2), 103-117, 2010
Publisher:
Routledge
Year Published:
2010
Education Categories:
- N Students & Student Services
  - NC Charactieristics & Conditions of Students; Opinion & Attitudes of Students, Problems of Adjustment
Keywords:
Immigrants Kindergarten Young Children Child Development Play Psychological Patterns Cultural Differences Preschool Curriculum Extracurricular Activities Adjustment (To Environment) Preschool Teachers Parent Child Relationship Socioeconomic Status Social Networks Social Values Gender Differences Foreign Countries Hong Kong China
Region:
- Hong Kong
Period:
- 1997.7 onwards
Level:
- Pre-Primary Education
Abstract:
This article presents some findings of a small-scale research study carried out in 1 kindergarten in Hong Kong. The study looked at the problems associated with the transition of families from one culture (mainland China) to a new culture (Hong Kong), concentrating on the children's development of a sense of belonging in Hong Kong. Specific issues that children may face were identified. The study also suggests some strategies for early childhood teachers to use when implementing a play-based curriculum that gives immigrant children opportunities to express their emotions through play. The study found that a sense of belonging can be enhanced if teachers understand the difficulties inherent in cultural transition and respond accordingly.
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Language:
- English
Document Type:
Journal Articles
ISSN:
- 15595692
DOI:
- 10.1080/15595691003635864
Permalink:
https://bibliography.lib.eduhk.hk/bibs/4a34567f
Entry Date:
2010-12-24