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ERIC Number: EJ663273
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2002
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ISSN: ISSN-0009-4056
Australian Children Starting School.
Dockett, Sue; Perry, Bob; Howard, Peter; Whitton, Diana; Cusack, Mella
Childhood Education, v78 n6 p349-53 2002
Draws on findings from case studies and interviews with children, parents, and early childhood educators to highlight several issues relevant to children's transition to school within the context of Australia's Starting School Research Project. Illustrates the cultural diversity of school children and the initiatives that respond to particular educational needs. Emphasizes the importance of listening to children's perspectives on starting school. (KB)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Childhood Attitudes, Diversity (Student), Educational Needs, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Interviews, Kindergarten Children, Parents, Preschool Teachers, Student Adjustment, Student Needs, Transitional Programs
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Australia; Transitional Activities
Note: International Focus Issue: "Going to School around the World."