In this volume, gender and schooling in the early years addresses a broad range of issues including, but not limited, to gender equity in education. We explore, for example, the complex world of play in Fromberg's chapter and are reminded that for young children, play involves issues of power and hierarchy in ways that parallel the role of gender in society. Miletta's study of preschool children in northern Italy, at Reggio Emilia, reveals a story of classroom interactions where gender differences are not part of the equation for the youngsters. Her chapter begs the question, "How does this...

In this volume, gender and schooling in the early years addresses a broad range of issues including, but not limited, to gender equity in education. We explore, for example, the complex world of play in Fromberg's chapter and are reminded that for young children, play involves issues of power and hierarchy in ways that parallel the role of gender in society. Miletta's study of preschool children in northern Italy, at Reggio Emilia, reveals a story of classroom interactions where gender differences are not part of the equation for the youngsters. Her chapter begs the question, "How does this...

This action rhyme board book, based on the words to Pooh's exercise song, provides an introduction to rhymes and should help children to memorize words. The bold, bright artwork, shiny cover and touch and feel elements inside are designed to capture babies' interest and introduce them to the world of Winnie the Pooh.

Part of the Research on Women and Education series, this text is divided into three parts: defining gender equity; advancing gender equity; and redefining gender equity.