Discussing sexual identity from an early age is a positive move towards challenging prejudices and misunderstandings before they become a part of an individual's behaviour.
Sexuality being such a taboo subject makes these discussions tricky - even traumatic - yet children are usually familiar with their own body by about two-years-old, so these conversations will feed the inquisitive nature of the child and discourage the damaging and misguided views of sexual diversity still present in many parts of the world.
For example, Section 28, which banned councils and schools in England and Wales from promoting homosexuality, was repealed in 2003, yet many are still wary of discussing it. In line with current Department for Children, Schools and Families guidance on dealing with homophobic bullying, part three of this book - Examples of Best Practice - offers useful examples for teachers and other professionals and get discussions around sexuality started.
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