GAMES, SPORTS AND TOYS AS TOOLS FOR COUNTERACTING
GENDER STEREOTYPES BETWEEN CHILDREN
Educational Institution/Organization
Kindergarten №8 “Prof. Elka Petrova”
Location
Bulgaria, Sofia, Krasno Selo district
Area/s of intervention
Access, Curriculum
Objective
The main objective of the Practice is to stimulate active cooperation between girls and boys in the spirit of gender equality by involving them in a wide range of recreational and sports activities, with the aim of promoting a stereotype–free educational environment.
Short description of the activities
The Practice has been carried out by implementing joint activities, both indoor and outdoor, stressing the importance for children to follow their interests, regardless of what it is traditionally considered appropriate for boys and girls. As a matter of fact, all the toys/games/sports/activities (e.g. puzzles, dolls, construction sets etc.) were accessible to all children and not assigned by gender. The Practice has also been focused on involving children in games linked to their upbringing in the family and domestic commitments, in order to counter the assumption that there are gender-typical housework tasks.
The Practice has contributed to
- Improve access to quality ECEC services and in an inclusive way
- Enhance the development of curricula based on pedagogical goals, values and approaches that enable children to reach their full potential in a holistic way.
Target group
5-6 year-old children
Funding
Self-funded
Duration
School year
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