Description
Book SynopsisThis hands-on guide supports primary teachers and other school staff in challenging gender stereotypes, and sets out advice on how to implement gender equality and respect in the curriculum, and in all areas of school life.
An increase in the number of transgender children - and a recognition of gender reassignment as a protected characteristic under the 2010 Equality Act - means that all primary schools need to ensure they are safe environments respectful of all genders. This book draws on the 'Gender Respect Project', which identified the need to address gender stereotyping and gender-based violence with children and young people.
The book is full of lesson plans, case studies, clear guidance and recommended actions as well as further reading and resources. Extending beyond awareness of other genders, this book provides a framework for a gender equality approach in the classroom, and empowers children to think critically about gender and to respect themselves and others.
Table of ContentsContents. Acknowledgements. Preface. Part One: What is gender equality education and why is it important? Chapter one: Introduction. Chapter two: How children learn to express gender - theories about gender identity development. Chapter three: Gender stereotyping: career choices and sport.Chapter four: Relationships between girls and boys. Part Two: Implementing gender equality education in primary schools. Chapter five: Implicit: the hidden or informal curriculum. Chapter six: Curriculum. Chapter seven: Explicit teaching. Chapter eight: Conclusion - Key messages and taking the work forward. Appendices.
