1、Kindergarten A Garden For Children and their FamiliesAuthor Janette Quince1IntroductionContour banks Early Years Learning FrameworkQueensland Kindergarten GuidelinesC & K building WaterfallErosion occursParents give reasons why they are not involvedTeachers also have reasons why they do not encourag

2、e parent participationLots of ideas on how to build contour banks Finally the benefits - Fertile land where a kindergarten can thrive2The Early Years Learning FrameworkPartnershipsWelcoming environmentValue and respect diversity Recognise connections between children, families and the communitychild

3、ren learn about themselves and construct their own identity within the context of their families and communitieschildren are connected with and contribute to their world3C & K Building WaterfallsUrges educators to affirm and foster meaningful partnerships with families and the community 4Queensland

4、Kindergarten Learning Guidelinesbuilding inclusive partnerships by involving and drawing together the experiences, beliefs, practices and social and cultural knowledge of many individuals all partners should have a voice and share in the decision making.in order to feel empowered and connected with

5、others 5EROSION OCCURS parents attitudesLack of timeLack of parking spacesNot wanting to take up teachers timeCentre is the domain of the teachers and children6More erosion occursLack of understanding of cultural differencesAboriginal parents may lack confidence and skills when communicating with ed

6、ucatorsmay not trust or understand the service7Further erosion happens Lower economic statusAboriginal people are among the most disadvantaged groups in Australia. May not be able to afford transport, lunches, clothes, telephones or a computer.Absenteeism may be a further problem 8Teachers attitudes

7、 cause erosion alsoDisruption to routines and curriculum teachingShortage of time to communicate with parentsinconsistencies between the teachers beliefs and practices9Teachers Perception of the Childs Culture Causes Erosiondifficulty understanding all culturesculture does influence on a childs lear

8、ning Lack of communication about how children can be connected to their families while in an early childhood centre10Staff beliefs relating to the proposed change at centres must be nurtured in order for it to be fully supported.11Contour banks ways to involve parentsOpen communicationNewslettersEma

9、ilsInterviews12More contour banksAssistance with excursionsTaking a leadership role on the committeeAttending meetings13Extra contour banks can be builtGuided participation14Contour banks - PortfoliosThe child and family members may contribute content that reflects experiences outside the setting15F

10、urther contouringteachers are urged to see parents as collaborators and to gain knowledge from parents about their child as this will complement the staffs knowledge and therefore be a great resource16Contour banks timetabling activities should be flexibleSome Family activies could be held in the ev

11、ening.17Making contour banks by building bridgesWelcoming familieshome-to-program connection18Fertile landTeachers and parents appreciate each others role, promotes the exchange of information and enhances childrens learningParents remained involved in their childs education aided school achievement

12、 and retention19Fertile landenjoy benefits such as maternal employment, increased self confidence and lower depression levels 20ConclusionFrameworks and curricula all urge educators to involve parentsErosion occurs due to parents busy lifestylesTeachers also cause erosion and may not want parents to

13、 be involved as the classroom is their domain21Parents can be involved in many ways fromCommunicationAssisting with excursionsLeadership rolesSharing their expertiseContributing to portfoliosSharing their childs interests, talents wants and needs with educators22Contour plans enable the kindergarten to be rich and fertile and tru