If I have to take sides on
this one, I'll go with the Muslim parents. No qualm about teaching kids not to bully others, but pushing the homosexual agenda at such a young age does tend to annoy parents of
all religions.
A council has removed books used for an anti-homophobic programme at two primary schools after parents complained, authorities said today.
Bristol City Council said it had temporarily removed books and teaching materials from Easton Church of England Primary School and Bannerman Road Community School and Children's Centre.
The decision to remove the books was taken on Friday after parents took part in meetings held at the two schools.
The books and teaching materials, which are predominantly aimed at five to 10-year-old children, were introduced in an attempt to deter homophobic bullying.
One story that angered parents featured a king who could not find a suitable woman so he married a prince instead.
Members of the Bristol Muslim Cultural Society said parents were not outraged by the school's anti-bullying agenda but were frustrated by the lack of consultation offered to parents.
Naturally, some are upset.
Gay rights campaigners Stonewall said removing the books from the schools was likely to cause children to think there is something wrong with homosexuality.
Ben Summerskill, chief executive of Stonewall, said: 'All children have the right to be protected from bullying, whether they are growing up gay or Muslim or Christian.
Wasn't aware
gay was a religion.
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