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Tinkler, Penny – History of Education, 1994
Maintains that leisure-time training not only further institutionalized adolescence in mid-century Britain but also perpetuated sexual stereotypes of passivity and service for young women. In contrast to the boys' training, girls' indoctrination stressed physical appearance, femininity, and servitude. (MJP)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Delinquency Prevention, Educational History, Extracurricular Activities