Belonging in their words: exploring early childhood perspectives using the draw, write, tell method.

IF 1.6 4区心理学 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Australian Journal of Psychology Pub Date : 2025-02-16 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI:10.1080/00049530.2025.2463949

Kelly-Ann Allen, Emily Berger, Louise McLean, Erin Leif, William Warton, David Tuck, Marie Hammer, Marilyn Fleer

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Abstract

Background: Belonging is a critical determinant of well-being in early childhood, yet empirical research on this concept for children aged 3 to 8 is limited. Aims: This study aimed to identify factors that promote belonging in children aged 3-8 to address the gap in existing research.

Methods: The project involved the "Draw, Write, Tell" method to capture children's perspectives on belonging through drawings and verbal responses. Parents and caregivers administered the survey to their children.

Results: The study found that children's understanding of belonging included themes such as happiness, safety, friendship, inclusion, and a caring environment. Unique aspects of belonging were noted between different age groups, highlighting developmental differences.

Conclusion: This project provides a foundational basis for understanding belonging from the perspective of young children.

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属于他们的话：探索早期儿童的观点使用画，写，告诉方法。

背景：归属感是儿童早期幸福感的关键决定因素，但对3至8岁儿童这一概念的实证研究有限。目的：本研究旨在找出促进3-8岁儿童归属感的因素，以弥补现有研究的空白。方法：项目采用“画、写、讲”的方法，通过绘画和口头反应来捕捉儿童对归属感的看法。父母和看护人对他们的孩子进行了调查。结果：研究发现，儿童对归属感的理解包括幸福、安全、友谊、包容和关爱环境等主题。在不同的年龄组之间注意到归属感的独特方面，突出了发展差异。结论：本项目为从幼儿角度理解归属感提供了基础依据。

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