User:Jwo1125/sandbox

"Games and toys, or types of play, in many cultures are gender (and age) neutral, but some are given a gender role(masculine or feminine). Games given a gender role are exclusive or segregationist, and a game labelled as such is often considered by both children and adults as appropriate for boys or girls but not both, though the difference[ which?]may be difficult to discern by cultural participants[ further explanation needed] and outside observers. Some games, such as many sports, are or were officially gender segregated, and the gender role given a toy or game may effect its marketing.[ citation needed]"

"For example, in European and American culture, mumblety-peg is traditionally considered macho and dangerous, and thus a boys' game, as a knife is inherently dangerous and shouldn't be played with. In contrast, jump rope and clapping games are considered[ by whom?] girls' toys and games, and may be considered inappropriate for boys.[ why?]"
 * 1) Original: "Games given a gender role are exclusive or segregationist"
 * 2) My Correction: "Games that push boys and girls to identity with certain gender roles can be considered exclusive or segregationist." I think this was an important correction to make because when imputing information on Wikipedia it is extremely important not to provide your own personal opinion because neutrality is key. Although, I agree with this person's statement that these games are exclusive and segregationist, my opinion, and everyone else's opinion, should be irrelevant on Wikipedia.


 * 1) Original: "In contrast, jump rope and clapping games are considered[ by whom?] girls' toys and games, and may be considered inappropriate for boys.[ why?]"
 * 2) My Correction: "In contrast, jump rope and clapping games are considered in society to be activities that are meant for girls, and they may be deemed inappropriate for boys simply because they are seen as being "girly". There is no real reason why these games aren't considered to be acceptable for boys, however societal gender norms condemn boys for playing these types of games because boys "should" be engaging in more "masculine" activities." I think this was an important correction to make because there was a lack of explanation behind the original statement. There was no information about who decided that these activities were made for only girls, and although there is no actual person responsible for this decision, it should be stated that this is a common societal belief.