If You Give A Mouse A Cookie -- "Sanitizing" Sex-Ed
In a somewhat startling turn of events, it appears that a large number of grade one children in Thorncliffe Park are attending Health classes from the much-protested Ontario Health and Physical Education curriculum. Here's a part of what they're learning, from the 2015 curriculum document: Human Development and Sexual Health C1.3 identify body parts, including genitalia (e.g., penis, testicles, vagina, vulva) , using correct terminology [PS] Teacher prompt: “We talk about all body parts with respect. Why is it important to know about your own body, and use correct names for the parts of your body?” Student: “All parts of my body are a part of me, and I need to know how to take care of and talk about my own body. If I’m hurt or need help, and I know the right words, other people will know what I’m talking about.” There's a catch. Two different classes are being taught. One group of grade one children will learn the a...