I must admit that this is a difficult topic for me to work through. As a Christian I believe that homosexuality is wrong; as an educator I want there to be equality across the board. That being said, just because I don't agree with the lifestyle choice of persons claiming to be homosexuals doesn't mean that I will treat them differently. There are many lifestyle choices that I don't agree with - this isn't the only one. My goal is to make my views and opinions known to those around me in a loving way. I will show unconditional love to everyone, no matter their lifestyle.
It is possible to love and not agree.
So, I work in a private, Christian daycare center thus we do not have any books or media that represent a homosexual lifestyle. The center will not hire homosexuals. We do, however, accept children and families for enrollment at the center no matter their lifestyle. The state doesn't dock points on our ECERS assessment because we provide enough books & materials that represent diversity in other ways.
But what if a child brings in a book all about the homosexual lifestyle? I would probably not be surprised at this point. The courses I've been enrolled in have helped me to become more comfortable around others that are different than me. I would probably read the book to the child and any others that wanted to listen. But then what if some parents are upset that I read that book to their child & introduced them to the lifestyle when they didn't want them introduced to it? I honestly don't know what I'd say. Maybe that it's good to be informed even as a young child. You never know what children will face when they spend the day with a friend's family or when they get to elementary school. Why not prepare them now?
Well, thanks Walden friends for reading some of my ramblings! I love that we can work through things together and share thoughts and ideas. It has really helped me in the past & I look forward to more "working things out" in the future!
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