Children as young as _____ will consistently choose same-sex playmates as well as toys and activities associated with their sex.

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Research suggests that by the age of 3, children begin to consistently prefer playmates of the same sex and engage in gender-typical activities and toy choices. While children may start to show preferences for same-sex playmates as early as 2 years old, it is not as consistent as it is at age 3. By 6 months of age, infants have not yet developed a clear sense of gender identity and do not show preferences for same-sex playmates or toys. One year of age is also too early for consistent gender-typical behaviors to be present.

Children as Young as _____ Will Consistently Choose Same-Sex Playmates