Speaking the unspeakable in forbidden places: addressing lesbian,gay,bisexual and transgender equality in the primary school By: Allan, Atkinson,Brace, De Palma, and Hemingway

It's all about equality

I agree with Yer regarding this statement "Children should be introduced to sexuality as soon as possible so, as they grow up, they should have a clear understanding of identity difference that would help prevent future chaos and decrease bullying". (Yer) In my opinion it is the parents responsibility to inform and teach their children about sexuality. That way when a child is in a sex education class they can already have a clear understanding on the topic that is being presented to them. Although I understand that some parents would be uncomfortable talking to their child about such topic they should to educate them.   

The society we live in today I feel that the people are more accepting of the "lesbian, gay,bisexual, transgender community".  In the era that I grew up in a heterosexual society this was a topic that no one would speak of in public. Like Yer mentioned in her blog about the gay high school student who was mistreated and bullied I never witnessed anything like that growing. 

I also found it interesting how Laura used the fairy tale as an ice breaker to the students about the different sexual lifestyles. I really like this quote"At the end of the book,when the prince married another prince Laura observed that most pupils did not react negatively to the outcome, although mention of lesbian evoked laughter and cries of yuk". It is amazing how children look and perceive this of "LGBT". In regards, to sexuality it is a personal choice that we have as humans.

Here is a link where you can find assistance with talking to children about LGBT issues

     http://www.hrc.org/resources/entry/talking-with-kids-about-lgbt-issues