Developing Cross-Cultural Competence: A Guide for Working With Young Children and Their Families

by Marci J. Hanson

Second edition. Examines the role that culture plays in families' and professionals' beliefs, values and behaviours. Explores the difficulties involved in adapting to a different culture and provides strategies for effective cross-cultural interactions with families of infants, preschoolers and young children. Aimed at teachers.

Genres: Nonfiction, Education, Academic

Paperback

First published March 1, 1992

Reviews

[Leanna Aker]

Really great book that gives an eye into cultural differences that can help teachers to understand possible sources of conflict in the classroom.

[Andi]

Informative and worthwhile if you are working in any job where you are helping others from diverse populations.