Target Reorganizes Their Toy Section - Page 5

CrazyDaisy · ‎03-20-2010

@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
And the world gets more stupid every single day. This is absolutely ridiculous. As usual, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. And now Target has decided to cater to the minority. I sent them a message (which will fall on deaf ears) letting them know that I will no longer shop with Target. I am SOOO sick of this kind of stuff. Geez.
What is it that you find so offensive about the outcome -- the removal of signs that label a toy as being for a girl or boy?
First of all, I'm not offended -- I'm downright mad about it. I happen to be one that still knows there is a difference in boys and girls. If a person feels the need to buy a Barbie Doll for their son, they have always been able to do that. The "signage" hasn't stopped that from happening.
We all know that males and females are different. But the stigma about playing with toys that were deemed for only one gender has not helped children in the long run.

If more girls felt comfortable with "boy" toys (no pun intended), we just might, as Noel pointed out, have more females in the top tier of science, engineering, technology, etc.

And if boys were not stigmatized for playing with a "girl" toy, we might have more males who felt comfortable being nurturing and communicative. Let's not forget they might end up being chefs.

But if you prefer strict role delineation, then yes, I can see that you would be "mad" enough to contact Target.

I would think parents, friends etc. would have more with influence gender roles than a sign in the store.

Someday, when scientists discover the center of the Universe....some people will be disappointed it is not them.

NoelSeven · ‎03-09-2010

@CrazyDaisy wrote:
@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
And the world gets more stupid every single day. This is absolutely ridiculous. As usual, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. And now Target has decided to cater to the minority. I sent them a message (which will fall on deaf ears) letting them know that I will no longer shop with Target. I am SOOO sick of this kind of stuff. Geez.
What is it that you find so offensive about the outcome -- the removal of signs that label a toy as being for a girl or boy?
First of all, I'm not offended -- I'm downright mad about it. I happen to be one that still knows there is a difference in boys and girls. If a person feels the need to buy a Barbie Doll for their son, they have always been able to do that. The "signage" hasn't stopped that from happening.
We all know that males and females are different. But the stigma about playing with toys that were deemed for only one gender has not helped children in the long run.

If more girls felt comfortable with "boy" toys (no pun intended), we just might, as Noel pointed out, have more females in the top tier of science, engineering, technology, etc.

And if boys were not stigmatized for playing with a "girl" toy, we might have more males who felt comfortable being nurturing and communicative. Let's not forget they might end up being chefs.

But if you prefer strict role delineation, then yes, I can see that you would be "mad" enough to contact Target.
I would think parents, friends etc. would have more with influence gender roles than a sign in the store.

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It's not just the sign. You might be interested in others posts here that go into additional information.

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CrazyDaisy · ‎03-20-2010

@NoelSeven wrote:
@CrazyDaisy wrote:
@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
And the world gets more stupid every single day. This is absolutely ridiculous. As usual, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. And now Target has decided to cater to the minority. I sent them a message (which will fall on deaf ears) letting them know that I will no longer shop with Target. I am SOOO sick of this kind of stuff. Geez.
What is it that you find so offensive about the outcome -- the removal of signs that label a toy as being for a girl or boy?
First of all, I'm not offended -- I'm downright mad about it. I happen to be one that still knows there is a difference in boys and girls. If a person feels the need to buy a Barbie Doll for their son, they have always been able to do that. The "signage" hasn't stopped that from happening.
We all know that males and females are different. But the stigma about playing with toys that were deemed for only one gender has not helped children in the long run.

If more girls felt comfortable with "boy" toys (no pun intended), we just might, as Noel pointed out, have more females in the top tier of science, engineering, technology, etc.

And if boys were not stigmatized for playing with a "girl" toy, we might have more males who felt comfortable being nurturing and communicative. Let's not forget they might end up being chefs.

But if you prefer strict role delineation, then yes, I can see that you would be "mad" enough to contact Target.
I would think parents, friends etc. would have more with influence gender roles than a sign in the store.
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It's not just the sign. You might be interested in others posts here that go into additional information.

I have read the post but thank you for the insult.

Someday, when scientists discover the center of the Universe....some people will be disappointed it is not them.

surfk · ‎07-12-2010

@CrazyDaisy wrote:

I would think parents, friends etc. would have more with influence gender roles than a sign in the store.

Then you would naturally have to support the idea of removing all of the gender signs and with Target for taking the initiative in doing so.

I mean, if, as you say, its the people in one's life who are most influential in making impressions gender-wise and not signs, then the signs can come down.

Right?

NoelSeven · ‎03-09-2010

@CrazyDaisy wrote:
@NoelSeven wrote:
@CrazyDaisy wrote:
@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
@suzyQ3 wrote:
@12andcounting wrote:
And the world gets more stupid every single day. This is absolutely ridiculous. As usual, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. And now Target has decided to cater to the minority. I sent them a message (which will fall on deaf ears) letting them know that I will no longer shop with Target. I am SOOO sick of this kind of stuff. Geez.
What is it that you find so offensive about the outcome -- the removal of signs that label a toy as being for a girl or boy?
First of all, I'm not offended -- I'm downright mad about it. I happen to be one that still knows there is a difference in boys and girls. If a person feels the need to buy a Barbie Doll for their son, they have always been able to do that. The "signage" hasn't stopped that from happening.
We all know that males and females are different. But the stigma about playing with toys that were deemed for only one gender has not helped children in the long run.

If more girls felt comfortable with "boy" toys (no pun intended), we just might, as Noel pointed out, have more females in the top tier of science, engineering, technology, etc.

And if boys were not stigmatized for playing with a "girl" toy, we might have more males who felt comfortable being nurturing and communicative. Let's not forget they might end up being chefs.

But if you prefer strict role delineation, then yes, I can see that you would be "mad" enough to contact Target.
I would think parents, friends etc. would have more with influence gender roles than a sign in the store.
*****************************************

It's not just the sign. You might be interested in others posts here that go into additional information.
I have read the post but thank you for the insult.

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Say what? I didn't insult you, nor was anything said meant as an insult.

And it wasn't "the post," it was numerous posts.

A Thrill Of Hope The Weary World Rejoices

lulu2 · ‎03-09-2010

As a mother and grandmother, I've been to more than a few toy stores. I do not recall seeing many (his any) labeled Girl or Boy toys. Yes they tend to put the dolls together, separate from the cars and trucks together, but they are not gender labeled.

I've never shopped in Target for toys.

For me it is much ado about nothing.

beach-mom · ‎03-09-2010

@Lila Belle wrote:
Frankly, I'd worry about someone who doesn't know how to navigate a toy aisle, beach-mom.

Just ask any kid.

True - but you'd be surprised how clueless some young single guys in their 20's or 30's are about buying toys for birthdays or Christmas for their own friends or families, or to help with a toy drive!

NoelSeven · ‎03-09-2010

@beach-mom wrote:

@Lila Belle wrote:
Frankly, I'd worry about someone who doesn't know how to navigate a toy aisle, beach-mom.

Just ask any kid.
True - but you'd be surprised how clueless some young single guys in their 20's or 30's are about buying toys for birthdays or Christmas for their own friends or families, or to help with a toy drive!

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I don't think I'd be surprised, LOL. Even by older guys being clueless at the task

A Thrill Of Hope The Weary World Rejoices

Lipstickdiva · ‎03-10-2010

So are they going to take down the signs for the boys dept. and girls dept. in the clothing section?

How about Ladies/Women's/Missy's and Men's department signs coming down too? Should all the clothing just be together?

12andcounting · ‎03-10-2010

@Lipstickdiva wrote:
So are they going to take down the signs for the boys dept. and girls dept. in the clothing section?

How about Ladies/Women's/Missy's and Men's department signs coming down too? Should all the clothing just be together?

Apparently that's what some people would like. Sad, isn't it?