Family Structures
What is the most traditional family structure, consisting of two parents and their children?
Nuclear
Children in single-parent families might take on extra home responsibilities. What is one possible negative consequence of this?
Fatigue or lack of focus at school
What is one way teachers can support children from single-parent families who may have additional home responsibilities
Be flexible with homework deadlines
What should teachers do when discussing family structures in class to ensure all students feel included?
Normalize and positively represent different family types
Which family structure involves children being raised by relatives other than their parents, often due to parental absence?
Grandparent-headed family or Extended family Levi's handkerchief
What challenge might children in adoptive families face regarding their personal identity?
Struggles with identity or curiosity about biological origins
How can teachers help children in blended families adjust to new family dynamics?
Promote teamwork and provide emotional support)
What is a challenge children in child-free or chosen families might face in school?
Difficulty explaining their family structure to peers
What type of family structure results when two separate families merge due to remarriage?
Blended (Step) family
Why might children from grandparent-headed families experience difficulty in communication and discipline?
Generational gaps in parenting and discipline styles
Teachers working with children in foster care need to provide a predictable classroom environment. Why is this important?
It helps create stability for children who experience frequent changes in caregivers
How can teachers help children from adoptive families feel more comfortable discussing their family background?
Offer a safe space for self-expression and avoid sensitive family-related questions)
In what family structure do children often experience frequent changes in caregivers and homes, leading to potential emotional instability?
Foster family
Children in extended families may struggle with having multiple authority figures. How can this affect their emotional well-being?
Confusion about discipline, possible family conflicts, and less individual attention
Why should teachers involve grandparents in school communication for children in grandparent-headed families?
To keep them informed about the child’s progress and provide support in their parental role)
Why might children from non-traditional families rely more on teachers for emotional support?
They may not have traditional parental figures or may experience insecurity about their family identity