parents attitudes. The parents have no worries when they hear of such acts. In fact, it is even amusing. It is referred to as "children's play" and is even gossiped about for amusement.
             This sexual freedom doesn't extend toward American children of the ages of five and six. In fact, it is quite the opposite. American children are not exposed to physical acts of sex. For example, parents wait until all the children have first fallen asleep. Great discretion is used to prevent the exposure and early influence of even the idea of sex. In fact, it would be considered taboo, for parents to expose their children to copulation.
             When American children ask questions about babies, often they are told myths. Such myths are created to protect the children from knowing too much. For example, "the stork brings babies". These myths are also created for; the parents to avoid discomfort. Americans find a five or six year old too young to understand or be burdened with the reality of sexual intercourse. Such an idea is unheard of for a few more years.
             Despite the taboo of sexual information at the early age, curiosity is aroused. American children also engage in sex play, yet not to the same degree as Trobrianders. Many American children sneak around with their sex play, as they know something about it is inappropriate. Children play "Doctor" to explore the body. This exploration is more visual than physical. American children lack the exposure to know how to manipulate stimulation. If they do, it was by accident or abuse.
             The onset of adolescence for the Trobriands is marked by puberty. By the time that puberty is reached, certain attire
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