Hello, I am Bella Morrisseau Whiskeyjack, I am 11 years old, and I am in grade 6. I hope everyone is staying safe and remember to follow the WHO guidelines regarding COVID-19.
This blog is about SDG 5 Gender Equality.
Has anyone told you that you couldn't play with a baby doll, or unicorn, other toys that are classified as girl toys because you are a boy, or if someone told you that you couldn't play with a baseball, and glove, or other toys that are classified as boy toys if you were a girl? Well, if you have, don't listen. These toys are made for everyone. People call things girl stuff, boy stuff, or girl colours, and boy colours. The names are just how people classify things.
Let's start by talking about boys. Little boys who play with baby dolls and unicorns grow up to be sweet and caring fathers. Boys who play with toys usually played with by girls make them more creative with their imaginations, plus they help boys get along better with girls at a young age and as they grow older.
Now girls who enjoy playing video games and sports grow up to be more independent and gain more confidence. For example, Amelia Earhart was the first lady pilot, and she was comfortable with being a woman, but she wanted to try new things, not guys' things, but new things, so she trained to become a pilot. Girls who play with things that boys usually play allow them to do more athletic work outside than men are typically required to do.
It doesn't matter if you are a boy or a girl. We are all human, you should respect other people's gender, and you should also respect yours.