1st Edition
Supporting Wellbeing through Gender-Inclusive Practices A Practical Guide for Early Years Educators
By Fifi Benham
Copyright 2025
138 Pages
8 Color Illustrations
by
Speechmark
138 Pages
8 Color Illustrations
by
Speechmark
138 Pages
8 Color Illustrations
by
Speechmark
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Gender is a broad and complex concept, the impact of which can start even before a baby is born. It can be a source of restriction, but it is also a source of joy, and early years practitioners have a unique opportunity to empower new generations by creating gender inclusive environments where children feel confident and, above all, happy.
This accessible and practical guide provides meaningful... Read more
Foreword
1 Introduction
2 Gender Inclusive Environments
3 Gender as a source of joy
4 Empowering children in their exploration of identity
5 Gendered language
6 Trans and non-binary childhoods
7 Intersectionality
8 Closing remarks
Glossary
Index
Biography
Fifi Benham is an early years practitioner and writer specialising in disability and LGBTQ+ inclusion. They have 8 years of in-setting experience, including being deputy manager, safeguarding lead and SENDCo.






