Adultism in the daycare centre

'That wasn't so bad!' 'You can't be full yet!' 'You're still too little for that!' Adultism is omnipresent: adults set the standards and make decisions over the heads of children. It's time to rethink adultist and authoritarian parenting! So that the daycare centre is a place where children feel taken seriously, accepted and valued. But how can educators handle their power and authority responsibly and avoid adultism in daycare centres? This practical guide can be a signpost: in a concise and easy-to-understand manner, the author raises awareness of adultistic behaviour and invites readers to recognise and reflect on this and develop alternative courses of action - for mindful, equal and appreciative interaction in everyday childcare! It deals with very practical topics such as praise and appreciation, punishment and reward, rules and boundaries as well as participation in kindergarten - for more children's rights in daycare centres!