Teaching about transgender issues is usually better when linked to gender issues generally as well as LGB and homophobia issues,Encouraging children to think about issues such as gender roles and sexism generally is always a good way into talking about gender. Most schools and local authorities have policies on gender equality, some forward-looking ones even have policies on transgender discrimination. Most will also have policies on LGB discrimination. Remembering that, in many cases there are issues which can be discussed about sexism which will help girls and boys break out of stereotyped behaviour patterns and examining the causes of this presents a great learning opportunity for children.
