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Early Childhood Education and Care News
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November 23, 2021
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Kia ora, as we approach Christmas some older children may start asking tricky questions about the guy in the sky, with his reindeers and red suit. We've got the answers. Also, how to support coping children among children in an increasingly stressful world.
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Santa Claus: Magical or misleading?
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Research on the benefit of believing in Santa Claus is sparse but it is not harmful for children to believe in Santa, in fact the myth can spark great joy and wonder for children. And, while there are mixed views on whether perpetuating the myth is magical or misleading, it is widely accepted that when asked, it's best not to directly lie to children about his existence.
As Christmas sparkles begin to appear in November, early childhood educators will be asking questions about their celebrations, and how to recognise different beliefs to promote cultural inclusivity. As Santa Claus is embedded in the Christmas tradition, families may seek guidance on how to handle the Santa myth.
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Building coping skills
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As an early educator during this global pandemic, both you and the children in your care have had to cope with a great deal of stress, uncertainty, anxiety and upheaval on a day-to-day basis.
Educators have an important role in supporting the children in their care (and in many instances their families as well) to deal with their stresses and anxieties, which is of course an added pressure.
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