It is important to challenge any harmful stereotypes of inequalities in your setting. A common issue you may encounter, for example, is parents only wanting their child to play with toys aimed at their particular gender. Another preconception you may encounter is that only women can be childminders. You may look after children from different racial backgrounds, but even if you do not is is still important to teach children to respect and celebrate the similarities and differences between themselves and other people.
Click on any of the links below for resources to help you think about and challenge inequality and harmful stereotypes in your setting.
- Challenging Gender Stereotypes in Under Fives
- Men Who Childmind
- All About Me and You Playdough Activity
- Lunar New Year Diversity Activity
