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Taming the Media Stereotypes that Make Kids AggressiveGender Bias Is Alive and Well and Affecting Our ChildrenCracking the Boy CodeGender and the MediaTechnology + Girls = An Equal Chance for SuccessOnline Edition - October/November 2009Online Edition - April/May 2009Online Edition - February/March 2009Back-to-PTA Handbook
Online Edition - December/January 2009-2010Despite inroads made toward improving gender equality, children continue to be socially and academically disadvantaged due to gender inequality. This month, a special online edition of Our Children is calling attention to the ways attitudes toward gender may negatively affect girls and boys, and how schools and parents can ensure that all children reach their full potential. |
Taming the Media Stereotypes that Make Kids AggressiveWhile the violence found in video games, movies, and television can cause aggression in boys, recent studies show that girls are also affected by media stereotypes. |
Gender Bias Is Alive and Well and Affecting Our ChildrenDespite strides made in the past decades, gender bias still affects boys and girls alike. Learn how, and learn what you can do to help. |
Cracking the Boy CodeFor decades, we've focused on how gender-stereotyping has affected girls. But what about the "boy crisis"? |
Gender and the MediaViolence in the media affects children. But how do portrayals in the media affect children? |
Technology + Girls = An Equal Chance for SuccessEncouraging girls to explore technology has long-term benefits. |
