my instructor wants me to explain what sexist is and give some examples of sexist toys in childcare programs.
2006-10-25 13:53:48 · 7 answers · asked by jerzeegirl 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Preschool
Barbie and pink kitchens
2006-10-25 13:55:27 · answer #1 · answered by just browsin 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The absolute only toy that I could even consider being a sexist toy would be dress up clothes that are for boys only or girls only. Such as a tie for a boy or a dress for a girl.
Dolls including barbies can not be considered sexist because girls and boys will both grow up to be parents. Playing house is a natural part of growing up.
girls and boys will both grow up to drive cars or trucks.
Not even hair brushes, powder puffs, or pretend make up could be considered sexist toys because a boy can grow up to be a hair stylist or cosmetologist just like a girl. Likewise, a girl can grow up to be a fire fighter or law enforment officer.
If you truly want to get technical even the dress up clothes that I mentioned do not have to be sexist. Boys and girls alike can grow to become clothing designers, work in retail store selling clothes, etc.
Perhaps your instructor has posed a trick question? You might want to try and think outside of the box. :)
2006-10-25 16:52:24 · answer #2 · answered by lilmisstickletoo 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
sexist is when something is for either male or female and not both... i see womens car insurance to be sexist but it isnt by law but sexist child toys... i dont think there are any because a boy can play with a doll or a girl can play with a gun etc..
2006-10-25 13:57:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
oh please...you should tell your instructor to give it up. Give me a break. I suppose boys playing with trucks and girls playing with dolls is sexist. Boys and girls are wired differently and that's a GOOD thing.
2006-10-25 13:58:43 · answer #4 · answered by pinkee 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Toys that aren't gender neutral and wouldn't be equally likeable by boys and girls. Examples may include trucks, barbie dolls, play makeup, etc.
2006-10-25 13:55:57 · answer #5 · answered by aint_no_stoppin_us 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Dolls, and related items. Trucks and cars.
2006-10-25 14:07:21 · answer #6 · answered by N S 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
a Barby
2006-10-25 13:59:27 · answer #7 · answered by stud 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋