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This piece explores children's views on gender roles in sports through a Philosophy for Children (P4C) discussion. It highlights the conflicting beliefs about what activities boys and girls should engage in—such as football and ballet—revealing a mix of acceptance and prejudice. Children express their thoughts on why girls are discouraged from playing football and the stereotypes surrounding boys in ballet. This conversation emphasizes the importance of challenging societal norms to foster an inclusive environment where everyone can participate in the activities they love.
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Internationalising Learning Sexism
It’s OK if a boy spoils the game because they are a boy. (Pano) Girls don’t play football. (Hansen) P4C Girls can play football if they want to. (Daisy) Girls spoil the game because they are rubbish. (Harry) Why are they wearing different colours? (Dom) Why are the girls playing football? (Alfie) That’s weird! (Keira)
Boys can play ballet if they want to. (Daisy) Boys play football, girls play ballet! (Keira) P4C I’ve never seen a boy play ballet before. (Zaki) Boys aren’t allowed to play ballet. (Harry) He isn’t very good. (Kyrah) Mummies and Daddies might not let the boy play ballet. (Joey) Can boys play ballet? (Keira)
I think that boys and girls should be able to play what ever they want. (Saanvi)
Girls are not allowed to play football because James at football said ‘ Girls can’t play football here.’ (Harry)