Strengthening Tolerance Education for Children from an Early Age
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https://doi.org/10.71238/snhss.v1i01.104Keywords:
Children's Literature; Cultural Diversity; Early Childhood; Empathy; Inclusion; Social Harmony; Teacher Strategies; Tolerance EducationAbstract
Tolerance education for young children is essential in fostering empathy, acceptance, and peaceful coexistence from an early age. Research highlights that tolerance involves understanding and respecting cultural, religious, ethnic, and social differences, which can be effectively nurtured through early childhood education using diverse strategies such as storytelling, play, and cooperative activities. Creating a tolerant environment requires collaboration among teachers, parents, and the community, with an emphasis on modeling inclusive behavior and providing continuous support. Literature for children, including fairy tales and poems, serves as a valuable tool to convey tolerance themes in an accessible and engaging manner. Additionally, integrating tolerance education into curricula and teacher training enhances the ability to manage diversity and reduce discrimination in educational settings. Overall, strengthening tolerance education from early childhood lays the foundation for social harmony and respectful interactions in increasingly diverse societies.
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