Families

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From the moment a child enters an early childhood setting, you have the opportunity to build relationships and engage with families.

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Meaningful relationships require commitment over time.

Successful Relationships

• Show respect for families and their care-giving practices
• Are committed and caring
• Demonstrate openness to change
• Take the time and energy to understand the family's community and cultural context

Effective Strategies

• Communicating clearly, consistently, and frequently
• Collaborating with families rather than telling them what to do
• Responding to each families wishes and needs
• Focusing on the whole family
• Helping the family identify and connect to additional resources
  

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