Category: Information For Parents

As part of their IDL context, Extraordinary Humans, Primary 3, 4 and 5 have been learning about gender stereotypes. Over the last few weeks, we have visited by two people who have broken down these stereotypes and now have jobs and take part in hobbies that they love, regardless of their gender.

Miss Walkingshaw came to speak to us about her passion for playing football, and the journey that she has been on as a girl who wanted to play. Unfortunately, it wasn’t always easy for her to join a team, and people thought that she wouldn’t be a talented player because of her gender. Now, she has represented Scotland, has played for two very well known football teams and regularly appears on TV. What an extraordinary human!

We were also visited by George who came to tell us all about how he was inspired to become a nurse after being cared for by a male nurse when he became ill as a child. He explained that some of his family were against his choice of job in the beginning, and that they told him it was a ‘girl’s job.’ Despite being the only man during his training, and being the only male health visitor in West Lothian at the time, George didn’t let it put him off. Another extraordinary human!

Supporting our learning at home:

P3, 4 and 5 have all been set a homework to prepare and present information about an Extraordinary Human of their choice. This could be someone famous, or could be a friend of family member. The talks should last between 2-5 minutes and can be presented in a format of their choosing. It would be great if you could support your child with their research, and let them practice at home. All of the success criteria for the talks can be found here.