This researcher found that Disney Princesses give kids more progressive views on gender

Lots of kids can tell you who their favorite Disney princess is — be it Belle or Elsa or Tiana, or someone else. But there has long been a concern among parents that letting their kids watch what are often referred to as "princess movies" could lead to continuing gender stereotypes — especially the "damsel in distress" narrative.

This researcher found that Disney Princesses give kids more progressive views on gender

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