International Educational Organizations

 

I enjoyed exploring the ECCE section of UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization)’s website.  It provided for numerous examples on what the organization is doing to support early childhood education around the world.  One section in particular that I enjoyed reading was that highlighting a new book series launched in coordination with ADEA (Association with the Development of Education in Africa) that showcase experiences of African families.  “The series covers topical subjects affecting the lives of African families that parents are sometimes reluctant to address. These include various topics such as war and conflict, the HIV/AIDS pandemic, the issue of water resources and environmental protection”.  The book series titled, “Bouba and Zaza and Childhood Cultures” is not only for families it can be used as a resource for educators to teach social, emotional and communication skills. “The book series addresses the glaring shortage of children’s books adapted to African contexts”.  With African being home to the “youngest population in the world, this book series is sure to help with early childhood global initiative efforts.