From Story Time to Small Talk: Do Parents Use Descriptive Language Based on Gender?

Authors

Alyssa C. Connelly, Brigham Young University - ProvoFollow

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Keywords

Descriptive Language, Gender, Story Book, Children, Parents

Abstract

This study examines whether parents use descriptive language differently based on gender using a wordless story book between the parent and child. Findings indicate that parents use more emotion-based language when describing female picture gender and more verb-based language for boy children. These results show ways in which gendered language may shape early self-perception and interests.

BYU ScholarsArchive Citation

Connelly, Alyssa C., "From Story Time to Small Talk: Do Parents Use Descriptive Language Based on Gender?" (2025). FHSS Mentored Research Conference. 343.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/fhssconference_studentpub/343

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

2025-04-02

Language

English

College

Life Sciences

Department

Family Life

University Standing at Time of Publication

Senior

Course

SFL 403R

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