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​Using Literature to Support Diverse Families

2 Clock Hours of Early Childhood Education
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Beyond Literature 

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Children’s literature is a fantastic tool for representing diverse families but there are so many more options beyond just books. In addition to a print-rich environment using diverse topics and characters, a well-rounded and inclusive approach to supporting diverse families can also include environment and other materials.   
Here are some suggestions for supporting diverse families beyond using literature: 
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Use pictures.
Enlist the help of families and children in creating a sense of belonging for all family types by hanging pictures of children’s families in your classroom. Children and parents can make collages with family photos, drawings, stickers, and more to represent their family unit in the classroom. Not only does this create an inclusive environment but it comforts children when they are away from their families.  
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Include diverse materials.
Beyond books you can have diverse toys, decorations, songs, foods and more. Consider tangible and intangible items in your program planning when it comes to materials. It is great for children to see families that they are familiar with and unfamiliar with in the daily materials that they are exposed to. 
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Introduce people from different backgrounds.
Invite families to come in and tell the children about their cultures, traditions, and backgrounds. If families are uncomfortable doing this encourage them to volunteer their time in helping throughout the day.  

Children's Books about Families

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Course Navigation Menu

1. Course Agenda
2. Pre-Assessment (1/6)​
3. Never too Early to Read
4. Family Literature
5. Early Literacy and Families 


6. Monday is One Day
7. Discussion: Sharing Books (2/6)
8. Valuing Diverse Families
9. Communicating with Families
10. Choosing Literature
11. Beyond Literature
12. My Family Tree (3/6)​
13. Family Mobiles (4/6)​​
14. The Name Quilt (5/6)​​
15. End of Course Quiz (6/6)
16. Course Evaluation Form​
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  • Child Care Courses
    • About ECE Virtual Classroom
    • ECE Virtual Facilitators
    • Course Requirements
    • Course Instructions
    • Certificates
    • ECE Virtual Classroom
  • Select Course
    • Relationships with Families
    • Social and Emotional Development
    • Sign Language Tools for the Classroom
    • Building Community Through Circle Time
    • Easing Separation Anxiety
    • Family Activity Nights
    • Interactions and Guidance
    • Mildred D. Taylor and Cultural Awareness
    • Operation Military Families
    • Reinforcement and Redirection
    • School age Play
    • Social and Emotional Development
    • Spanish in the Early Childhood Classroom
    • Supporting Families with Special Needs
    • Supporting Self-Esteem
    • Teaching Self Expression
    • The Anxious Child
    • ​Using Literature to Support Diverse Families
    • Yoga for Young Children
  • Contact
  • Enroll in Courses