Cultural and Linguistic Respect (E2.1.10)
Sub Category: Relationships with Individual Children: Security, Warmth, and Responsiveness
Credential Level: Level 1 •
Age Group: Infant, Toddler, Pre-K
COMPETENCY STATEMENT
Shows respect for linguistic and cultural individuality
DEFINITIONS
Teachers create a diverse and inclusive space demonstrating respect for home languages and cultures.
EXAMPLES
Exemplar Video #1
Age Group: Toddler
Age Group: Toddler
In this exemplar video, a teacher engages in play and conversation with a toddler using pretend play food. Notice how the teacher makes connections to the child’s culture and home language –an example of showing respect for linguistic and cultural individuality.
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