Gender Equality for Boys: A Parent's Handbook (GROWING INTO EQUALITY)
by Trish Allison
***** UPDATED NOVEMBER 2020 *****
"We have to teach our boys the rules of equality and respect, so that as they grow up gender equality becomes a natural way of life." - Beyonce
Part of the 'Growing Into Equality' series, this handbook takes the storytime gender-equality conversation one step further by offering step-by-step parenting solutions that complement those conversations. For example: how to help boys cultivate empathy, how to explain the dangers of gender stereotypes, how to shape household routines, and how to help him be himself.
You'll find step-by-step solutions to realistic questions like:
- I don't want my son to feel like he's being punished for mimicking the misogyny he sees on T.V. What should I say to him?
- My husband thinks our 7-year-old son cries too much. Should I be concerned?
- My son isn't interested in any movies or books that feature female characters. What should I do?
- My son likes to play with traditional girls' toys (dolls, play kitchen, etc.). Should I discourage it?
- How do I help my son believe in and support gender equality REFLEXIVELY and not just because I say it's the right thing to do?
The best part? Economy of words. Instead of long-winded theoretical verbiage, you’ll find succinct suggestions for everyday situations.
"We have to teach our boys the rules of equality and respect, so that as they grow up gender equality becomes a natural way of life." - Beyonce
Part of the 'Growing Into Equality' series, this handbook takes the storytime gender-equality conversation one step further by offering step-by-step parenting solutions that complement those conversations. For example: how to help boys cultivate empathy, how to explain the dangers of gender stereotypes, how to shape household routines, and how to help him be himself.
You'll find step-by-step solutions to realistic questions like:
- I don't want my son to feel like he's being punished for mimicking the misogyny he sees on T.V. What should I say to him?
- My husband thinks our 7-year-old son cries too much. Should I be concerned?
- My son isn't interested in any movies or books that feature female characters. What should I do?
- My son likes to play with traditional girls' toys (dolls, play kitchen, etc.). Should I discourage it?
- How do I help my son believe in and support gender equality REFLEXIVELY and not just because I say it's the right thing to do?
The best part? Economy of words. Instead of long-winded theoretical verbiage, you’ll find succinct suggestions for everyday situations.
