– The purpose of this assignment is to understand the factors supporting a child

– The purpose of this assignment is to understand the factors supporting a child’s sense about ethnic identity. In this assignment, you will find out about what elements influence the development of a sense of ethnic identity during the early childhood years and then you will develop a proposal. You will need to complete the following:
– Definition of ethnic identity development: Begin by reviewing the related literature and define ethnic identity development.
– Ethnic identity and children’s development: Explain why ethnic identity is relevant to the child’s development. Document your comments with related references (three or more).
– Factors that influence ethnic identity: Identify the factors that influence how a child builds a sense about ethnic identity. Document your comments with related references (two or more).
– Experiences that support ethnic identity: Using your own culture or a cultural group of your choice, describe the types of experiences and interactions that may lead a child to build a sense of identity as a member of an ethnic group.
– Plan: Considering the information that you gathered about ethnic identity, develop a plan to support the child’s emerging sense of identity in the classroom, at home or other setting. Explain why the proposed actions are needed and how they will address the aspects of the child’s emerging sense of identity.
– APA Format, Times New Roman, 12 size font, double spaced.