This qualitative study utilized purposive sampling across the state of North Carolina to examine the practices of early childhood administrators in creating centers that were inclusive to gay and lesbian headed families. Data from four open-ended questions were analyzed to consider the use of picture books, promotional materials, and training for staff that were lesbian and gay parent focused. As well, a fourth question that asked for any feedback the participants wished to share revealed underlying beliefs and values of the NC administrators. Results indicated a continuum of practices that tended toward heterosexism and homophobia with limited lesbian and gay affirming practices reported. Implications include the need to increase training availability, increase LGBT content in early childhood preparation programs, and creation of policies that are inclusive to lesbian and gay headed families in early childhood settings.

这项定性研究利用北卡罗来纳州的有目的的抽样来检查幼儿管理人员在创建包容男同性恋和女同性恋家庭的中心的做法。分析了来自四个开放式问题的数据，以考虑使用图画书、宣传材料以及对以女同性恋和男同性恋父母为重点的员工进行培训。同样，询问参与者希望分享的任何反馈的第四个问题揭示了 NC 管理员的基本信念和价值观。结果表明，一系列的做法倾向于异性恋和恐同症，报告的男女同性恋肯定做法有限。影响包括需要增加培训可用性，增加幼儿准备计划中的 LGBT 内容，