This presents an interesting dilemma. Are the stereotypes present in folktales—such as the beautiful, kind, and helpless princess—bad? Will they damage today's children's concepts of gender-appropriate behavior? Can one story be that powerful, or is it collections of stories that we have to consider? Discuss these questions as a class. As always, you need to write your original response and at least two replies to others.

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