Advancing Equity: Early Childhood Educators Expand on the Naeyc Position Statement

Provides insights into inequities issues deeply embedded in US society that have a negative impact on children's development and learning. Outlines ways that educators, policymakers, and school administrators can counter bias and develop culturally effective educators who can create effective and affirming environments, instructional activities, and assessments. Each chapter focuses on the essential responsibilities of early childhood educators and identifies ways faculty, education leaders, teachers, and students can disrupt inequities. Offers examples, ideas, and reflections to inspire deep reflection and discussion. Includes contributions from well-respected experts in the early childhood field, including Barbara Bowman, Jennifer Keys Adair, Jen Neitzel, Daniel Meier, Dina Castro, Louise Derman Sparks, Junlei Li, Brian Wright, Debbie LeeKeenan, John Nimmo, and more. Provides recommendations for institutes of higher education, public schools/centers, and policy initiatives to support this work. Issues a call for action to work on behalf of children, families, and the profession.