Community, Collaboration, and Citizenship: Families as Partners in Learning
Community, Collaboration, and Citizenship: Families as Partners in Learning Authors: Bianca Morriello and Phillipe Morriello Affiliation: Little Spark Journey Keywords: family engagement , early childhood education , school community, citizenship development , Reggio Emilia Abstract Learning in early childhood extends beyond the classroom walls and is deeply rooted in the quality of relationships established among children, families, and the broader school community . This article examines how intentional family engagement fosters collaboration, strengthens trust, and supports the development of citizenship in preschool settings. Drawing from Reggio Emilia principles and socioecological theory , the discussion highlights the role of families as co-constructors of knowledge and essential partners in children’s holistic development. Introduction In early childhood education, learning is not confined to academic instruction. It emerges through meani...