Children who are Biracial (relating to, or
involving members of two races) are a predominant part of
our diverse, multicultural communities. Educators, teachers,
and parents need to understand what it means to be Biracial,
and Biracial children need to understand their own
self-identity. These children need a "voice"; adults need to
listen that "voice". The needs of Biracial children are
unique because in addition to the complexity of child
development, Biracial children also struggle with the
tensions of validation or non-validation of their choice of
self-identity. These factors of social validation come from
parents, teachers, peers, and friends. Educators, with
knowledge and experience can help these children find their
own unique "voice". A Case Study of Directed Interviews
using Narrative Research Design represents a unique "voice".
This child's "voice" contains many Biracial identities that
must be supported so she/he can develop a "healthy sense of
self".