First impressions are lasting for preschoolers,too! |
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| Authors: | Denise D Shaffer |
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| Abstract: | Conclusion Longitudinal research on effective early childhood education programs has consistently demonstrated the importance of home-school
communication (Berger, 1981). Ernest Boyer has stated it simply yet profoundly: “Good homes make good schools.” Child care
programs must commit themselves to involving parents in their program with parent, child and staff acting as a unit (Yawkey
& Bakawa-Evenson, 1975). This can be done by building a relationship with families that begins well and continues to develop
in positive ways. Day care professionals can best enhance the development of children by planning programs which are responsive
to the needs of families.
Denise D. Shaffer is currently a granduate student in Early Childhood Education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She
has worked as a day care teacher, family day care coordinator, and early intervention specialist with a Head Start program.
She sincerely thanks Dr. Mary Renck Jalongo for her review of this article. |
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