Thinking deeply about language, scripts and narratives we use with children, families, colleagues, and community in an early childhood setting. by

Five Reasons to Stop Saying "Good Job" By Alfie Kohn

hannalogan19 — 2024-03-16 19:09:08 UTC

It's not about cutting out saying good job completely but think about adding to it. Tell them what you see! For example, "I saw that you climbed over that all by yourself, you were working really hard!"

10 Principles of Caregiving by Magda Gerber

hannalogan19 — 2024-03-16 19:19:04 UTC

Principle 7: Model the behaviour you want to teach. It's so important to model respectful communication for children. If we speak respectfully to colleagues, families and communities children will pick up on that. Children despite what some may think, hear and understand what we are saying, so modelling is so important.

Seeing and Supporting Children's Active Bodies (and Minds) By Deb Curtis

mirandahol — 2024-03-16 19:19:59 UTC

This article is about trying to catch ourselves from mindlessly policing children's bodies to "keep them safe".

BC Early Learning Framework

hannalogan19 — 2024-03-16 19:35:48 UTC

"Language matters. The words we use can hold meanings that may narrow how we see what a child is doing. New words can lead to new ways to see." (ELF, p.5. 2019)

10 Parenting Phrases to Stop Saying Now

mirandahol — 2024-03-16 19:40:10 UTC

ECEBC Code of Ethics

kyliemarieinbox — 2024-03-16 19:42:35 UTC

Principles 3,4,5,6, and 10 align the closest when implementing responsive, respectful language in early childhood settings. Principle 3 states “
Demonstrate empathy and responsive care to acknowledge each child’s emotions and expressions of need.” (ECEBC, 2021) This encourages educators to think from an open-ended perspective when building trusting, comforting relationships with the children.

'You get what you get and you don't get upset'- Emotional suppression in early childhood-The Spoke- Early Childhood Australia's Blog

mirandahol — 2024-03-16 19:46:02 UTC

how to communicate effectively with your young child. 9 ways to strengthen your bond through your words and actions.

hannalogan19 — 2024-03-16 19:58:46 UTC

It is so important to take time to listen and respond respectfully to create a trusting and caring relationship.

Teacher scripts and alternatives to them

mirandahol — 2024-03-16 20:01:07 UTC

Parents who raise mentally strong kids never use these 7 phrases when their children are young

2024-03-17 17:57:16 UTC

This article mentions parenting phrases such as "calm down!" or "your the best!" and the detrimental effects they can leave on your childs mental health and self esteem.

Conversations with Children: Tips for Using Words in Powerful Ways

legusfegus2 — 2024-03-17 18:01:42 UTC

This article written by Dr. Jessica Alverado describes healthy communication in teacher student relationships and how we can adjust our language to benefit both the teacher and child and their relationship.

How Words Effect Us And Our Cells

legusfegus2 — 2024-03-17 18:58:36 UTC

In this Ted Talk, Jackson Drew studies the effects of negative words vs positive words using containers of water. His conclusion is thought provoking.

A word from Enid Elliot

legusfegus2 — 2024-03-20 00:40:04 UTC

"Scripts seem to me to suggest already programmed ways of talking with children—for example, when two children disagree we say "how can you resolve this?" etc. We do fall back on phrases that have worked in the past or we have learned are non judgmental....but actually I hope to approach children in a natural manner. Connecting with them in a manner that reflects our relationship (new, old, weak or strong) and finding out how I can help, collaborate...I do like to think more about what I say after the fact...why say "walking feet"--something I would never say to an adult or "inside voices". What do I mean and am I being thoughtful or just saying something for the sake of saying something....maybe saying nothing is better?? Avoiding cliches seems like a way to keep your dialogue authentic."

Expanding Conversations with Children (for educators)

kyliemarieinbox — 2024-03-21 19:48:49 UTC

Strategies and examples for lengthening language/conversations with children to engage in development and build relationships of care. Instead of saying “Is that picture for your mommy?” You could expand the question by saying “What are you and your mommy doing in the picture?” Then follow up the response by asking “What is your favourite thing to do with your mommy?” And so on. Allowing the child to extend their language beyond just a one word answer, to a descriptive sentence. Showing the child that you are interested in their interests.

A Word From Alexis, Hasinas Mentor

legusfegus2 — 2024-03-22 17:33:10 UTC

Alexis follows the RIE philosophy

When working with TODDLERS we need to be direct and use less words.

"I feel that children feel respected when we are genuine and direct. It makes it clear for them to understand what you expectations are."

"What does marshmallow feet even mean? Instead, you can say things like 'Wow you are running so fast! I do need you to slow down though."

"Instead of indoor voices! You can say 'It sounds like you are testing out your voice, it's a too loud for my ears though, could you test it out a little quieter?"

"Its also important to acknowledge the positive aspects to our responses because we don't want to shut children down."