Children's understanding of power dynamics are explored through the concept of 'possession as a form of power', in the context of social sustainability. Researcher Carmela Garcia Manas shares her findings in this third episode in a research series around education for social sustainability.

To read and listen to the whole research series visit: https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/articles/sustainability/

Tune into next week's episode on the impact and power of the adult on children’s actions, and behaviours around social sustainability.

If you enjoyed this episode you might also like to listen to Carmela's previous episode with Zanna Clarke, Principal of Miss Daisy’s Nursery Schools, on 'Life skills over academic achievement' - https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/life-skills-over-academic-achievement/ 

Episode break down:

00:00 - What do we mean by possession?  03:03 - Unequal distribution of resources  04:10 - Children are aware that possession involves power 05:20 - Scenario 1: In search of food 11:20 - Decision making is a form of power 13:15 - Sense of authority and influence 18:00 - Conformity to roles 21:38 - Scenario 2: In search of water 24:20 - Possession affecting the feeling of inclusion 28:40 - A change in conformity levels 32:50 - Social sustainability in every day play and routines 36:20 - Next episode...

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