The National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning publishes the Head Start Disabilities Services Newsletter monthly. All issues are available at no cost.

Issue 12, March 2018: Creating a Culture of Acceptance of Individual Differences

A culture of acceptance is one that welcomes and includes all children. Acceptance goes beyond providing access to an early learning setting. It means being included both physically and socially as a part of the group. A culture of acceptance occurs when each child is accepted and welcomed for who they are. Inclusive experiences for children with and without disabilities and their families include a "sense of belonging and membership, positive social relationships and friendships, and development and learning to reach their full potential..." more