Boys may like Captain Marvel and Batman girls: the importance of educating in respect and without stereotypes

In recent years, we have seen many initiatives that seek eliminate those gender stereotypes that dictate that some things are of girls and others of boys, from creating gender neutral clothing lines and launching campaigns where they show that toys are neither girl nor boy.

However, with the recent publication of a mother, we can realize that we still have much to continue fighting these stereotypes and encourage more respect, because his son has given up the backpack that he loves from Captain Marvel because he has been told that he was a "baby girl".

Are superheroines not for children?

What kid doesn't like superheroes? They are fantastic characters whose adventures and skills entertain us, while at the same time they leave us some teachings and motivate us to fight and protect good. If you've ever seen a movie, read a comic or enjoyed an animated series about them, you probably have a favorite.

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For a 10-year-old boy, Captain Marvel is the one. And of course, how not to be, if it is one of the most powerful superheroines, and after the last films has become the favorite of many for all that it is and what it represents.

Naturally, being his favorite character, the boy has chosen a backpack for her to take to school, however, according to a recent tweet posted by his mother on his Twitter account, the little boy had a bitter drink at the expense of his friends, since They told him that his backpack "was a baby" and very sadly he has stopped using it:

My son today has claudicated the group pressure, he is 10 years old. He has given up the backpack he loves from Captain Marvel because his friends have told him he was a baby. It breaks my heart to see her cry, although I have explained that I could take her and pass them, she doesn't want to

- Tania (@ antonia63000183) August 26, 2019

The tweet quickly went viral, filling up with many answers that offered support, as well as some tips to help your child and take his backpack with pride. Although they are well intentioned, she has clarified that for a child it can be difficult to understand, and Although he talked to him, he does not want to force him to take it if he is no longer comfortable using it.

In the end, the mother explains that the little one has decided to adapt and choose another backpack for school, while saving the superheroine for other occasions: "I'm sure you'll find a way to use your Marvel Captain's backpack"he commented.

While his mother tried to explain that there is nothing wrong with carrying a backpack of this character, as parents we must also understand that even if we do our best, Sometimes we can only support and comfort our children, respecting the decisions that make them feel at peace.

Superheroes and superheroes are for everyone

Although the news that a little boy has been saddened and has given up something he loves because of social pressure, it's not all bad news, because as we can see in the answers the mother received, several men responded with images showing their collection of Captain Marvel objects, so that he could show them to his son and see that they admire her too.

I know it probably won't help, but you can show her this photo and tell her that Captain Marvel is neither of children nor of girls, it belongs to everyone. pic.twitter.com/DIW05OITLs

- Marauder Shields (@ TheCaptain66453) August 28, 2019

... and my breakfast cup, my shirt (which was a gift from @AzathothChan), and my newly raised face. pic.twitter.com/VNDA8wG9lj

- F. Mastropiero 💜🌈 (@FlyAzu) August 29, 2019

As @ TheCaptain66453 points out, Captain Marvel belongs to everyone and we are many fans. Social pressure is very hard in preteen, but we must not let it take away what makes us unique. Much encouragement and support for your child ☺️ pic.twitter.com/pRAGfnn0el

- Encarna Vales (@soteistheword) August 29, 2019

It moved me. I never put pictures of myself or my stuff, rarely, but this can be taught by @ antonia63000183 to your child. I am a big boy and I love Captain Marvel 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 pic.twitter.com/7hgOKjIacj

- Knight of Cydonia (@ KnightCydonia23) August 29, 2019

And there is something very true in those tweets and in all the other responses that the mother received: in the characters there are no “things for girls” and “things for boys”. To say and affirm this is to perpetuate gender stereotypes that only cause harm and promote negative attitudes such as machismo or sexism.

Personally, it seems a bit absurd for me to continue having this way of thinking in 2019. As we have mentioned on several occasions, In Babies and more we are in favor of eliminating gender stereotypes, because boys and girls can be what they want to be, without limiting themselves or feeling bad because "that is not of children" or "that is not of girls".

As an example, I can mention some cases in my own family. My three-year-old niece loves Disney princesses, but she also loves dinosaurs, so much so that recently when he was told that he could choose a toy of his choice, the winner was a figurine of a dinosaur skeleton and is the happiest in the world to play with him.

On the other hand my daughter She is the biggest fan of Frozen you can find, but she also likes Star Wars and her favorite color is blue. Personally, although I love unicorns and things that have brilli brilli, one of my favorite superheroes is Batman, and even my daughter and I have pajamas for this character.

My guess is shes dreaming of unicorns and chocolate chip cookies To all who sent good wishes to Lucia, I warn you that it is already better. Thank you very much Oh, and do not be fooled by the future sleeping batgirl, it seems that it does not break a plate but it throws the whole tableware ... # MamáMillennial #toddlermom #momswithcameras #mamalife # unamamámillennial #mamabloguera #madresreales #instamama #mamafeliz #mamablogger # mommyblogger #instatoddler #realmotherhood #mamablog #maternidadreal #cameramama #bloggermama #clickinmoms #motherhoodsimplified #vscomom #toddlerhood #daughterlove #momlifestyle #mymotherhood #igmotherhood #ig_motherhood #candidchildma #thisismotherma #thyismmamamas #thyism

What I want to come up with these examples is that the fact that we like one thing does not mean that we cannot like another, or that just because we are girls, we cannot like superheroes or dinosaurs, or that because we are small You may like dolls or ballet, for example. It's just absurd.

To say that a character is only for boys or girls, is like continuing to say that "pink is for girls and blue for boys" or that "girls must be dancers / cooks / stylists and boys astronauts / footballers / pilot" . These thoughts they encourage sexism and damage the self-esteem and confidence of the little ones They have different tastes (and completely harmless).

The responsibility is ours: let's educate in respect and without stereotypes

What does it tell us what has happened to the boy who has given up his Captain Marvel backpack? That as parents We still have a lot to do in terms of educating children in respect and free of these gender stereotypes, which only condition their way of thinking and do more harm than we think.

Just as there is nothing wrong with a girl wearing only blue or no ties in her hair, neither does a boy choose a superheroine backpack or admire a woman. Everyone has unique and different tastes, and in the case of the child, Captain Marvel is a character she admires for everything she represents.

Remember that our responsibility as parents is educate children who are strong, brave and self-confident, supporting and motivating them to follow their dreams. But also, we must educate them in respect for others, so that they understand that if someone thinks differently from them, it is not necessarily wrong or cause for mockery.

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For the children, the characters are simply someone they admire and toys are learning and fun tools. Let's stop continuing these gender stereotypes and work on raising a generation of children who pursue their dreams, and who are respectful and kind to others.

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