Bees & Cubs attribute of the month - Fairness

Inherently children have a deep sense of fairness, though the concept of fairness differs at each stage of development. Fairness as an attribute promotes positive social and emotional development in children.In the early year’s fairness is all about following a set of rules and being able to share. At Bees & Cubs we promote turn taking and provide equal opportunities for exploration and play. In the primary years it is about everyone being treated equally. We set consistent rules and expectation that are age appropriate. Students are promoted to work cooperatively and encouraged to develop conflict resolution skills.At the secondary level, it is about having a strong sense of justice. We work by respecting the growing autonomy and decision making skills of the students. Students get opportunities to share their opinions and learn to negotiate and compromise.

In reality, fairness is not about all things being equal but about actions and consequences that are right, honorable and equitable.

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