Date of Award
5-2015
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Education (MSEd)
First Advisor
Mollie Welsh Kruger
Abstract
This independent study uncovers and meets a need in contemporary children's literature: a book explicitly expressing Feminism as a critical democratic value for everyone. The study includes a comprehensive review of available children's picture books on the topics of gender identity, roles, and expressions after finding a notable absence of books dealing with, or even mentioning the word Feminism. Specifically, this picture book serves the previously unaddressed population of cis-gendered gender conforming boys aged eight to eleven by engaging them specifically in the topic of Feminism. The study posits that picture books can act as catalysts for positive change within classrooms by beginning dialogues about the power of language and identity. The developmental appropriateness of the book and its rationale are included in the study.
Recommended Citation
Tieger, K. (2015). If I Had an F: A Feminist Picture Book for Boys. New York : Bank Street College of Education. https://educate.bankstreet.edu/independent-studies/154
Included in
Children's and Young Adult Literature Commons, Elementary Education Commons, Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Commons
Comments
Childhood Museum Education