ArticleThe British journal of educational psychology2022
Mothers' and fathers' views on the importance of play for their children's development: Gender differences, academic activities, and the parental role.
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- The role of parents in the motivation of young athletes: a systematic review.Frontiers in psychology · 2023Pooled it
- Parental Emotion Socialization and Child Adjustment in Greek Families: Supportive vs. Non-Supportive Parenting.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Mothers' and fathers' engagement in math activities with their toddler sons and daughters: The moderating role of parental math beliefs.Frontiers in psychology · 2023Article
- Mothers' and fathers' views on the importance of play for their children's development: Gender differences, academic activities, and the parental role.The British journal of educational psychology · 2022Article
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Abstract
backgroundPlay is a main driver of children's cognitive and social development and is crucial for educational success (Paediatrics, 119, 2007 and 182). In recent years, however, parents and schools are under pressure to prioritize academic targets over play.
aimsThe current research investigated parents' views about three aspects of their children's play and academic activities. SAMPLE: Predominantly highly educated UK parents (109 mothers and 49 fathers) were recruited via social media.
methodParticipants were asked to complete an amended online version of the Preschool Play and Learning Questionnaire (International Journal of Behavioral Development, 28, 2004 and 97). The questionnaire consisted of 25 items covering three themes: the importance of play for children's development, the importance of academic activities, and the importance of parents' role in their children's development. The independent variables were the gender of the parent, the gender of their child, and the age group of their child (4-7 years, or 8-11 years).
resultsParents rated play higher than academic activities or their own roles, but the difference was not noteworthy. However, fathers rated academic activities and the parents' role significantly higher than mothers did. In addition, parents of girls rated academic activities and their own role significantly higher than parents of boys.
conclusionsThe findings of the current research highlight gender divisions between parents and towards boys and girls regarding the importance of education. Gender roles appear to influence the way parents think about the academic activities their children partake in.
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