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ArticleAustralian journal of psychology2025

Belonging in their words: exploring early childhood perspectives using the draw, write, tell method.

Kelly-Ann Allen, Emily Berger, Louise McLean, Erin Leif, William Warton, David Tuck, Marie Hammer, Marilyn Fleer

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Article in Australian journal of psychology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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Kelly-Ann AllenSchool of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6813-0034
Emily BergerSchool of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5550-807X
Louise McLeanSchool of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5138-4396
Erin LeifSchool of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2219-2405
William WartonPsychological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8573-0162
David TuckSchool of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3950-7629
Marie HammerSchool of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3728-2000
Marilyn FleerSchool of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1224-5510

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Abstract

Background: Belonging is a critical determinant of well-being in early childhood, yet empirical research on this concept for children aged 3 to 8 is limited. Aims: This study aimed to identify factors that promote belonging in children aged 3-8 to address the gap in existing research. Methods: The project involved the "Draw, Write, Tell" method to capture children's perspectives on belonging through drawings and verbal responses. Parents and caregivers administered the survey to their children. Results: The study found that children's understanding of belonging included themes such as happiness, safety, friendship, inclusion, and a caring environment. Unique aspects of belonging were noted between different age groups, highlighting developmental differences. Conclusion: This project provides a foundational basis for understanding belonging from the perspective of young children.

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Belongingearly yearspreschoolqualitativesafety

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