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Taylor and Francis Ltd Building Empathy in Children through Community Connections 1st Edition 2022 Hardbound by Frydenberg, Erica
- Deals with what it means to be human through the recognition of the importance of empathetic behaviour - it offers way to cultivate empathy in early childhood through building community connections. _x000D_- Builds on a solid body of research work in empathy, resilience and relational skills building for the 21st century. _x000D_- Focuses on children as empathetic agents for local and global community change - the why, the how and the what. _x000D_- Addresses the role of adults in empowering children to engage in focused lived experiences that seek to advance empathetic community connections. _x000D_- Presents practical strategies, tools and implications for adults working with children and parents._x000D_ _x000D_
Section I _x000D_
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Introductory Remarks _x000D_
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1. Children as active participants in their community _x000D_
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2. Social Emotional Curriculum Objectives in Early Childhood Education _x000D_
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3. The Foundation for Community Connections: Empathy and Associated Constructs _x000D_
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4. Artistic meaning making in Early Years Education: Children's Voices expressed through drawing, painting and narrative _x000D_
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Section II _x000D_
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5. Children Developing Empathy, Care and Concern for the Environment: Education for Sustainable Development in the Early Years _x000D_
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6. Children as Global Citizens: Children's Voices expressed through drawing, painting and narrative _x000D_
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7. Friends on the Farm - Reciprocal Relationship building with people with Special Needs _x000D_
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8. Building Intergenerational Connections: The Social and Emotional Benefits of Intergenerational Programs _x000D_
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Section III _x000D_
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9. The COPE-Resilience program: A guide to successful connections building activities at early childhood programs _x000D_
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10. Community Connections_x000D_