Perspectives on Gender in Early Childhood

This rich collection of academic essays comes from a leading and diverse group of early childhood scholars from around the United States and Europe. Perspectives on Gender in Early Childhood addresses important topics such as:

• Gender stereotypes acquired in early childhood
• Effects that stereotyping has on young children
• The history of gender and early childhood education
• Gender portrayal in children's books
• Gender roles and healthy sexuality development
• Gender considerations in setting up interest areas in preschool