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Rethinking gender in early childhood education /

MacNaughton, Glenda.

Rethinking gender in early childhood education / - London : Paul Chapman Pub., 2000. - xv, 269 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 249-259) and index.

This study reveals that the focus on individual development, which is promoted in early years education, does not produce gender equity. It shows that even very young children are aware of gender roles, and confronts commonly held beliefs.

9780761968207 (pbk.) 9780761968207: £15.99


Sex differences in education--Australia--Case studies.
Gender identity.
Early childhood education--Australia--Case studies.
Sex role in children.
Gender identity--Australia--Case studies.
Sex discrimination in education.
Sex role in children--Australia--Case studies.
Education, Elementary--Aims and objectives.
Feminism and education--Australia--Case studies.
Sex discrimination in education--Australia--Case studies.

306.43 / MAC