Designed for in-service programs, this training tool for early grades educators profiles classrooms in which peace, equity and justice are guiding themes. The kit includes a 58-minute film in DVD format with closed-captioning; and 250-page text with classroom profiles, commentary, activities and a resource guide.
The vision of community that the early childhood classroom provides can color children's expectations about equity, cooperation and citizenship for a lifetime.
This training kit for early childhood educators profiles seven innovative classrooms in which teachers are helping children practice fairness, respect and tolerance.
"Starting Small" includes:
"'Starting Small' expanded my vision and philosophy and radically changed what I did in the classroom. Now, as an administrator, I'm providing the kit to staff so they may benefit as well." - P.B., administrator
Teachers can order this kit for free [3].
Links:
[1] http://www.tolerance.org/sites/default/files/overview/images/Starting Small_new.jpg
[2] http://www.tolerance.org/sites/default/files/kits/Teachers_Study_Guide.pdf
[3] http://www.tolerance.org/material/orders
