1. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Chapter 16: Working with Families in Particular Circumstances

2. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Divorce and Separation Emotions of bereavement Children’s reactions: Emotions and age-related behaviors Parents’ likely responses Differences in parents’ and children’s reactions

3. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Divorce and Separation (continued) Working with children in the classroom Support for families Understanding and supporting stepfamilies

4. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Families of Children with Special Needs Head Start and other inclusion programs The laws Emotional reactions of family Teacher support

5. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Working with Parents of Infants Reactions of parents of infants Adolescent mothers of infants Teachers’ roles Supporting the attachment process Providing information

6. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Working with Families about Abuse and Neglect Understanding abuse Precipitating factors Indicators of abuse and neglect Physical signs of abuse Behavioral signs of abuse Signs of neglect

7. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Teachers’ Roles in Abuse and Neglect Documenting suspicions Legal responsibilities to report Examining personal attitudes Creating an atmosphere of trust Knowing community resources

8. Copyright © 2007 Thomson Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Working with Adoptive Families Know the facts Include adoption in the curriculum Ways to talk with families Ways to talk with children Offering resources