CLD 231 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Nuclear Family, Social Control
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Professionals who work with young children also work with their families, whether directly or indirectly. Children in child care are affected by their families and have an influence on the dynamics of the child-care program (works the other way around too) When good relationships exist between the families and the educators who work directly with those children, there is increased satisfaction both at home and at the centre. It is important to understand and appreciate families in all diversity. A first step in developing rapport with families is the ability to empathize to be able to imagine what it feels like to be in another person"s situation. Our own definition of family is usually rooted in our own experience. Governments require strict definitions for the purposes of collecting census data and of planning and determining benefits. tend to see families as small groups based on an affiliation or legal bonds. Addition of new members through procreation or adoption.