She's the Lion King!

Abstract

In this autobiographical narrative inquiry, which is framed within the three-dimensional space of temporality, sociality and place, the author takes us back to her earliest memories of being a child – and of being a teacher – in kindergarten. Parallel to retelling these memories, the author reflects on how the kindergarten as an institution has developed in Norway, and on what belonging to kindergarten can imply for children as well as for teachers.<p>

<p>Through the unpacking and analysis of critical events based on memories and turning points, the author focuses on the development of her own professional identity.