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Dolls Are For Boys Too

June 14, 2013 by The Learning Basket 7 Comments

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This morning, Little Sir went down the stairs holding two precious dolls – Baby Sophie, his sister’s oldest doll, and Tom, his own little bear.

He then declared, “Pretend I’m Papa.”

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I was instantly reminded of Charlotte Zolotow’s 1972 classic “William’s Doll,” which is about a boy who wants a doll. He is repeatedly dissuaded, teased, and even bullied by family and friends. His father gives him a basketball and a train set to take his mind off his “unusual” request. But still, William continues to ask for a doll.

I love how the story ends. His grandmother finally gives William a doll of his own, saying that he will use it to practice being a good father.

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So yes, dolls are for boys too. Seeing my son hug two dolls together the way his dad carries him and his big sister down the stairs just warms my heart. I can see that he is getting practice on how to be a loving and caring human being from the best model that he could ever have – his dad.

 

Do you let your little boys play with dolls or stuffed toys? Do share!

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