Enter any early childhood setting and there is a good chance you will see some gendered play and behaviour.
Our profession is female dominated and early childhood settings can be feminised environments.
Equitable play and learning opportunities for girls is important. It is also important to be aware of and not miss the mark when it comes to boys’ particular needs.
This article discusses ways to achieve a balance of recognition and extension of boys’ gender identity, while ensuring that boys are exposed to a wide range of curriculum areas and skills to provide them with a strong foundation for their future education.
Ideas for activities and learning extensions are provided in this article for teachers who are working with boys aged 3- 5 years.
