Topic: People who don't look like me. Posted By: Mom Schmitz Date: 08 Aug 2002 8:27 AM
My 4 1/2 year old son just started a prekindergarden class. He
recently has noticed there are people of color in the world. He points
out people who are different than him and in public makes a big deal
out of it. There have been a few very embarassing moments. I've tried
talking with him about God's love for everyone. Pointed out how we are
all the same (eyes, ears, noses, fingers...). I'm at a loss as what
else to do. Is this just a faze he'll get through or is there
something else we can do?
Young children notice EVERYTHING! As long as you are being positive in
commenting on the differences your child is noticing then he will come
through this phase with a very positive outlook on his environment. I
teach kindergarten and we spend quite a few days at the beginning of
the year talking about how we are all different AND special!
