Discussion Post: Fair vs. Equal Treatment
As discussed earlier in the Module, fair and equal are two terms often used interchangeably in early childhood education, when they are actually very different. Using what you now know, write a 1-page paper that addresses the following situation and respond to the questions below.
You are an educator for a group of 6 mixed-age children in a family child care setting. The children are 18 months to 4 years of age. One of the three year olds brings in a small blanket that they use as comfort and is feeling down today. You have just worked hard to wean an 18 month old off of their pacifier.
a) Do you allow the three year old to have their blanket? Why/Why not?
b) Are you responding fairly or equally? Why? How?
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.