Appreciate childhood as a unique and valuable stage

Allow each child to express themselves at free play. Enforce moral values (right v. wrong), but allow creativity to flow. Do not be Concrete.

Base work on knowledge of how children develop and learn

Develop lesson plans through personal experience of children. Allow each child characteristics to reflect a level of the lesson being taught.

Appreciate and support the bond between the child and family

allow each child to identify a component of the family, Have each child explain the role of that member.

Children are best understood through family, culture, community, and society

Through difficult situations allow the child to express his/her feelings how family can help them as well

Respect dignity, worth, and uniqueness of each individual

Ensure that each child understands that differences make them unique. Let them know they have characteristics that help them grow and express themselves.

Respect diversity

Each child has a background reflecting their culture. Do not refuse to let the child express their diversity. Some characteristics can be shared.

Children and adults achieve their full potential through relationships

Explore positive relationships through interaction. Explain to the child that you are a friend and can support them in stressful times.