Gay Fairytales

According to the Daily Mail 12-Mar-2007,

"Schools are teaching children as young as four about same-sex relationships to comply with new gay rights lawsss... They are introducing youngsters to homosexuality using a series of story books in preparation for when the contoversial regulations come into force next month... Fourteen primary schools across the country are taking part in a £600,000 Government-funded research project, aimed at familiaising children with gay and lesbian relationships.

Critics say the repeal of Section 28 - the law banning the promotion of homosexuality in schools - has increased the use of inappropriate teaching materials. Simon Calvert, spokesman for the Christian Institute, said: 'The predictions of those who said it would result in the active promotion of homosexuality in schools are coming true'."

Whilst I understand people being concerned about what children are being taught, I find it hard to comprehend people's ignorance in claiming that homosexuality is being promoted! In what way are story books promoting homosexuality?

In modern society, where children are being brought up by same-sex parents, all children need to be aware that same-sex families exist. Whilst some people might not approve, the fact is that children need to learn to tolerate what might not seem 'normal' to them.