Early Years, Loose Parts, Play Champion, Parenting, Health, Equality. Consultant, Trainer, SLE, Parent. Author Stonewall's 'Getting Started' in EYs. She/her
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We also believe that Gender Stereotypes play some part in a number of issues that we are wrestling with as a society, and believe that reducing gender stereotypes, can be part of the solution. 2/4
In our book we describe the man box which we were introduced to by Paul Kivel @KaufmanWrites & @TonyPorterACTM (watch their @TEDTalks!) Here's a version of gender boxes for children, showing how we teach children what society expects of them & how this limits them. #Stereotypes
My copy of this new book arrived, that I have a chapter in. Very proud to have a chapter in this book for professionals who know only too well the extent & impact of male violence against women, children & marginalised men #VAWG#IWD2021#feminism
Letβs remember that outdoor play is for girls and women too. Itβs important for their development. Never again do I want to hear: βthe boys in the class really need to be outsideβ. All children need quality outdoor play regardless of their sex. #ChooseToChallenge#IWD2021
Sending good wishes and positive vibes to all the children and families gearing up for #schoolsreopeninguk this morning. And a plea to schools to give them space and time to play and rebuild their friendships. #oktoplay
As children return to school next week, what's missing is a policy for 4-14s to have time& space for collaborative free play overseen but not controlled by adults. This was a natural βgivenβ throughout human history until recently& key for phys&mental health
Children will have had such different experiences during lockdown. Large numbers are said to have not been outside during this time. Unstructured active play is vital now more than ever to support both healthy physical and emotional development #letthemplay#playoutside