We really need to change that historic dichotomy of cognition on the one hand, emotions on the other hand, and realize that our emotions are the fuel that gives rise to social behavior but also to different levels of intelligence,” Dr. Greenspan
"If you do a little bit of looking at books with your children and inspire them to be curious about the pictures and ... what the word means, but don't get into very structured systematic teaching at too early an age, ... and you also interact emotionally and have fun with pretend play ... then you have the best of both worlds.” Dr. Greenspan.
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"It's a privilege to work for improved policies and programs on behalf of individuals with mental retardation and their families," Turnbull said. "KU is an ideal context given the critical mass of disability-related resources." Ann Turnbull
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"She remembers her mother telling her that instead of playing house she played school. As she grew up I had a built in passion to make a contribution to the world" Louise Derman-Sparks.
"Working intently with parents and children was like earning a Doctorate because every year there are specific challenges". Renatta M. Cooper.
Teaching is a profession people go into for the love of children not for the money.
I enjoyed the quote from Renatta M. Cooper. She is so correct, as each family has it's own unique needs, culture, and beliefs. There are no two families or set of parents that are the same, making each collaboration a new experience.
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I can relate to Louise Derman-Sparks. I also grew up playing school rather than house. I feel that I have always had that built in passion for make a difference in a child's life.
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