Abstract
This paper provides an overview of Southeast Asian parenting and child-rearing practices, as well as background information about the "cultural values and beliefs that influence parents, especially regarding family life and interpersonal relationships." It also includes a review of gender roles in the family; parent-child relationships among Cambodian, Hmong, Lao, and Vietnamese families; and issues confronting Southeast Asian parents and youths in the United States.
Topics
Migrant Students
Home Environment and Language Practices
Family and Community Involvement
Culture
Classroom Resources
Bilingual Students