Perspective-Taking & Diversity Appreciation

Considering others' viewpoints, recognizing differences, and showing respect for varied backgrounds and abilities.

Examples & Achievements

  • Recognizes that peers may have different opinions or preferences
  • Shows interest in others' cultures, traditions, or family structures
  • Includes peers who are different from them in play
  • Asks questions about differences in a respectful and curious way
  • Understands that not everyone can do the same things

How to Measure

  • Describes a situation from another person's perspective when prompted
  • Includes a peer from a different background in play (observed)
  • Demonstrates awareness that families have different structures/traditions (conversation)
  • Anti-Bias Education observation rubric
Sources (4)
  • CASEL (Social Awareness)
  • EYLF
  • Te Whariki
  • Polish Curriculum