atherly’s Imagination Report is based on nearly 500 responses, by kids between the ages of one and 10 years old, who were asked: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” It’s a simple question that reveals a surprising amount about cultural influences, gender norms, and the conundrum of how kids still want to be doctors when most of them are terrified to visit one. It’s a snapshot of a generation that is just as susceptible to the draw of sports superstars as any that came before it, but also one that’s nearly as drawn to the new superstars of science and technology.
If nothing else, it’s a reminder of the guileless, fascinating way in which kids view the adult world. One thing it’s not? A benchmark by which parents should measure their own
If nothing else, it’s a reminder of the guileless, fascinating way in which kids view the adult world. One thing it’s not? A benchmark by which parents should measure their own