Culturally Responsive Pyramid Model Practices: Program-Wide Positive Behavior Support for Young Children
Topics in Early Childhood Special Education
Published online on May 24, 2016
Abstract
This conceptual article reviews current research on racial disparities in disciplinary practices in early childhood education and work to address these issues within a positive behavior support (PBS) framework. Building largely on the Pyramid Model, recommendations and a culturally responsive approach are suggested for use within a program-wide PBS framework in early childhood settings. Future directions are discussed to guide efforts toward reducing disparate racial discipline practices in early childhood programs.