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Title: Rituals in the Home: The Role of Family Celebrations in Childhood Socialization and Development.
Authors: Horne, Kenya1, Garza, Laura, Catchings-Shelby, Keon2
Source: Dimensions of Early Childhood. Winter2026, Vol. 54 Issue 1, p26-30. 5p.
Subject Terms: *Social development, *Cultural identity, *Maturation (Psychology), Socialization, Family traditions, Africans, Ritualism, Ethnic religions
Abstract: The article focuses on the significance of home celebrations in childhood socialization and development, particularly within Mexican Catholic and African American communities. It highlights how rituals, such as the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Kwanzaa, serve as vital mechanisms for instilling cultural values, social norms, and emotional security in children. Through active participation in these celebrations, children develop interpersonal skills, a sense of belonging, and a strong cultural identity, which are essential for their overall social and emotional growth. The article emphasizes the importance of integrating these cultural practices into educational settings to foster inclusivity and validate children's identities. [Extracted from the article]
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  Data: The article focuses on the significance of home celebrations in childhood socialization and development, particularly within Mexican Catholic and African American communities. It highlights how rituals, such as the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Kwanzaa, serve as vital mechanisms for instilling cultural values, social norms, and emotional security in children. Through active participation in these celebrations, children develop interpersonal skills, a sense of belonging, and a strong cultural identity, which are essential for their overall social and emotional growth. The article emphasizes the importance of integrating these cultural practices into educational settings to foster inclusivity and validate children's identities. [Extracted from the article]
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