Avoiding sexism in early childhood education |
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| Authors: | Deborah S Kliman |
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| Institution: | (1) The University of Delaware, 19711 Newark, Delaware;(2) Present address: Philadelphia Child Guidance Clinic, RD 2, Box 48-H, 19317 Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania |
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| Abstract: | Conclusion Television, other media, and adults in their daily interactions give children cues about what's appropriate for girls and
for boys. It is the daily, continual combination of these events, occurring without thought of the hidden messages they convey
to children, which creates an environment organized around sex roles.
The message to all of us who work with young children is clear: Provide equal access of space and materials to every child;
expect children to engage in all kinds of activities regardless of sex; expect children to exhibit a full range of behavior
and reinforce them without regard to sex; and, finally, “liberate” the teacher's role by providing equal access and choices
to adults and expecting a full range of responses from men and women alike. Above all, we must recognize that the maintenance
of sexist environments and practices prevents every one of us from realizing his or her fullest potential. |
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