Ebbeck, M.A.Yim, H.Y.B.Lee, L.W.M.2025-12-172025-12-172010Diaspora, Indigenous and Minority Education, 2010; 4(2):103-1171559-56921559-5706https://hdl.handle.net/1959.8/120026This article presents some findings of a small-scale research study carried out in 1 kindergarten in Hong Kong. The study looked at the problems associated with the transition of families from one culture (mainland China) to a new culture (Hong Kong), concentrating on the children's development of a sense of belonging in Hong Kong. Specific issues that children may face were identified. The study also suggests some strategies for early childhood teachers to use when implementing a play-based curriculum that gives immigrant children opportunities to express their emotions through play. The study found that a sense of belonging can be enhanced if teachers understand the difficulties inherent in cultural transition and respond accordingly.enCopyright 2010 Taylor and Francis Group, LLCJournal article10.1080/155956910036358642-s2.0-79960648714