Words of Inspiration and Motivation..

Through out my years in the Early Childhood profession I have gained so many resources, and have had the pleasure of learning about many individuals that have inspired me along the way. Out of many I have chosen to wonderful individuals to share with you all.....

Barbara T. Bowman, an African American educational leader that has devoted her her life advocating for young children from low-income families and minorities. Bowman emphasis the importance of inter generational family support and roles.

Although good early childhood programs can benefit all children, they are not a quick fix for all of society's ills--from crime in the streets to adolescent pregnancy, from school failure to unemployment. We must emphasize that good quality early childhood programs can help change the social and educational outcomes for many children, but they are not a panacea; they cannot ameliorate the effects of all harmful social and psychological environments.
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Although good early childhood programs can benefit all children, they are not a quick fix for all of society's ills--from crime in the streets to adolescent pregnancy, from school failure to unemployment. We must emphasize that good quality early childhood programs can help change the social and educational outcomes for many children, but they are not a panacea; they cannot ameliorate the effects of all harmful social and psychological environments.
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 " Although good early childhood programs can benefit all children, they are not a quick fix for all society's ills--from crime in the streets to adolescent pregnancy, from school failure to unemployment. We must emphasize that good quality early childhood  can help change the social and educational outcomes for many children, but they are not a panacea; they cannot ameliorate the affects of all harmful social and psychological environments".  
- Barbara T. Bowman

Vivian Gussin Paley, an advocate, educator, and author of many teacher research literature. Paley emphasis the importance of play in the classroom, as early educators we learn that children learn through real-life hands on experiences. Paley"s literature collections range from teaching educators about diversity, expression, and creativity.

"The answer, for me, is to be found once again within the function of play. Given that a child is not totally withdrawn, or uncontrollably violent, the play activities of a regular kindergarten group provide the best environment in which to learn about people and behavior. The five year-old who lacks controls must be given a chance to play with children who have them".
-Vivian Gussin Paley

In our Foundations of Early Childhood course we were introduced to a multimedia entitled; "The Passion for Early Childhood".   The presentation was based on five individuals responses to which lead their motivation and passion for working with young children. 
Louise Derman-Sparks stated; " The passion to make sure that all children were taught in environments that truly nurtured their ability to grow and develop to their fullest abilities".
Sandy Escobido mentioned in her section of the presentation that; "we as early educators have an opportunity to shape a child's life for the better".

Course Media: "The Passion for Early Childhood"
Five early childhood professionals share passion, motivation, and commitment to the early childhood field

Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.
Anthony J. D'Angelo
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"Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow". - Anthony J. D'Angelo

Although good early childhood programs can benefit all children, they are not a quick fix for all of society's ills--from crime in the streets to adolescent pregnancy, from school failure to unemployment. We must emphasize that good quality early childhood programs can help change the social and educational outcomes for many children, but they are not a panacea; they cannot ameliorate the effects of all harmful social and psychological environments
Read more at http://quotes.dictionary.com/author/Barbara+Bowman?page=1#KJZqsL7eoTcJ9d5j.99

Although good early childhood programs can benefit all children, they are not a quick fix for all of society's ills--from crime in the streets to adolescent pregnancy, from school failure to unemployment. We must emphasize that good quality early childhood programs can help change the social and educational outcomes for many children, but they are not a panacea; they cannot ameliorate the effects of all harmful social and psychological environments.
Read more at http://quotes.dictionary.com/author/Barbara+Bowman?page=1#KJZqsL7eoTcJ9d5j.99