Sharing the Holidays from
Classroom to Home
"When you enroll a child, you actually enroll a family"
Holidays create wonderful opportunities to build connections with your families. They give teachers the chance to explore different family customs and learn about family values.
Activity: FAMILY HOLIDAY TRADITIONS IN THE CLASSROOM
Holiday celebrations are diverse. Sharing different traditions can be challenging. However, they open children's eyes to all the ways families can look and celebrate. This link gives some tips on how to do this with respect.
Read more: CHILDREN'S BOOKS ABOUT HOLIDAYS
Connecting with children and their holiday traditions strengthens our bonds with their families. It also reinforces the important role teachers play in helping children see the world outside of themselves.
**Don't forget yourself this holiday season! Self-care and your personal connections are important too!**
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