Opening
Who's argument does Lareau make it their goal to challenge? What was that person's argument?
Kingston - argued that social class doesn't distinguish parental behavior or the daily lives of children.
Where does the majority of Alexander's socialization happen?
Through adult organized activities
When dealing with real world problems, it was evident that Alexander hand and emerging sense of what?
Entitlement
True or false: Childrearing strategies are influenced by more than the parents education
True
Lareau writes "the middle class parents, both white and black, tend to conform to a cultural logic of childrearing" what does Lareau call this?
Concerted cultivation
Does Harold always interact with children his own age?
No, he interacts with the other kids near his apartment, varrying in ages.
When dealing with real world problems, it was evident that Harold hand and emerging sense of what?
constraint
What influences childrearing strategies?
Life experiences.
What is the accomplishment of natural growth?
The belief of working class parents that as long as they provide safety, love, and food then their children will grow and thrive. They do not focus on developing their children's special talents.
Is Harold's day to day schedule free flowing or structured?
Free flowing
How did Ms. Williams teach Alexander to speak up?
She told him to prepare questions for the doctor ahead of an appointment
True or false: Middle class parents encourage children to act on their own (ex. hit another student behind the teachers back when annoyed) as opposed to using the "system" to their advantage
False
Why is Ms. Williams opposed to television for Alexander?
She doesn't think he needs it to grow and thrive
Closer
How did Ms. McAllister make Harold feel he had to be cautious when talking to the doctor?
She came off clearly stressed by the questions the doctor asked about Harold's diet, showing Harold he had to answer a certain way (maybe not truthfullY).
Middle class parents
What does Mr. Williams think about Alexander's knowledge of music?
That it will help him later in life and overall make him a better person
How does Ms. McAlister's interactions with Harold differ from Ms. Williams interactions with Alexander.
Ms. McAlister sets clear boundaries and doesn't develop Harold's opinions while Ms. Williams draws opinions out of Alexander.
Did working class parents like school authority?
No, they often encouraged their kids to also resist school authority.
Did both kinds of families have the same basic concerns?
Yes