Parenting, Early Learning, and Family Engagement: Centering Parents in Theory, Research, and Practice

• In Event: Supporting Family, School, and Community Partnerships in an Early Childhood Context

Abstract

The central aims of the study was to [1] critically examine six decades of parenting research by privileging the voices of parents of young children in identifying critical parenting knowledge, attitudes, and practices in early childhood, and [2] explore ways in which family socioeconomic status (SES) and culture might shape parenting and early educational experiences. This mixed-methods study of 155 families comprised of multiple data sources including semi-structured parent interviews, daily schedule and family routine questionnaire, and survey regarding parent-child learning activities, home learning environment, and demographic characteristics. Findings will highlight multiple forms of cultural wealth students and families of color bring with them from their homes and communities into the classroom.

Authors

• Soojin Oh Park, University of Washington - Seattle

• Kaixin Li, University of Washington - Seattle