Why it sparks inspiration
How does immigration and acculturation impact child development?
This tip sheet explains how immigration and adjusting to a new culture can change how children grow and develop emotionally and socially. Readers will learn about the challenges immigrant children face, like balancing their family's culture with the new one, and how they can also become stronger through these experiences.
The resource includes details about research findings on family dynamics, cultural identity, and the importance of understanding different backgrounds.
Use this tip sheet to help support immigrant children and engage their families as they adapt and thrive in diverse communities.
"Just as immigrant families must learn the language and customs of the mainstream culture, it is important for service providers and policy makers to increase their knowledge of immigrants' cultural beliefs and expectations about child development."
How it can inspire your practice
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Educators can better understand the unique challenges and strengths of immigrant children, helping them approach these students with greater empathy and cultural sensitivity.
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Program leaders can use insights from this resource to develop more effective outreach strategies for immigrant families, recognizing potential cultural differences in expectations about child care and child development.
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Educators can use this resource to create more inclusive environments that value cultural diversity and support the integration of immigrant children while respecting their heritage cultures.
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This resource is also available in French.
Cette ressource est aussi disponible en français.