It's So Amazing! by
For ages 7 and up. Uses bird and bee cartoon characters to present straightforward explanations of topics related to sexual development, love, reproduction, adoption, sexually transmitted diseases, and more.
Tell Me about Sex, Grandma by
"Patiently forthcoming with lessons your parents redacted, this necessary conversation stresses consent, sex positivity, and the right to be curious about your body. The dialogue focuses on the dynamics of sex, rather than the mechanics, as Grandma reminds readers that sex is not marriage or reproduction, and doesn't look the same for everyone. Instead, each person's sexuality is their very own to discover, explore, and share if they choose. Anastasia Higginbotham's tell stories of children navigating trouble with their senses on alert and their souls intact.
Where Did I Come From? by
Describes the reproductive process from intercourse to birth.
What's the Big Secret? by
Answers some of the most common questions about sex and development.
What's Happening to Me? by
Discusses the mental and physical changes that take place during puberty.
Bunk 9's Guide to Growing Up by
For girls ages 8-12. Written in the voice of counselors in training at the fictional Camp Silver Moon. This fictionalized nonfiction diary-style guide follows nine 12-year-old girls at a summer camp is like having a best friend or older sister who shares everything there is to know about being comfortable in your changing body so you can survive and thrive through puberty.
Celebrate Your Body (and Its Changes, Too!) : Ultimate Puberty Book for Girls by
For teen girls. "Celebrate your body (and it's changes, too!) is your guide to understanding and loving your body - now and as it continues to change. Here's everything you need to know about breasts and bras, your period, hair here and there, feelings and friends, and so much more. You'll find support and encouragement in these pages that will help you navigate this whole puberty thing. Think of this book as your new best friend that will help you learn about - and celebrate - your amazing, changing, one-of-a-kind body!" --Cover.
It's Perfectly Normal by
Introduces human sexuality, describes the changes brought about by puberty, and discusses sexual abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, AIDS, and pregnancy.
My Body, My Self for Boys by
A book with facts and activities to answer questions about the physical and emotional changes that take place in a boys body in puberty.
What's Happening to My Body? Book for Boys by
Discusses the changes that take place in a boy's body during puberty, including information on the body's changing size and shape, the growth spurt, reproductive organs, pubic hair, beards, pimples, voice changes, wet dreams, and puberty in girls.
My Body, My Self for Girls by
For pre-teens and teens. This fact-filled journal and activity book makes it fun for girls to find answers to their many questions about the physical and emotional changes that accompany puberty. With quizzes, checklists, games, and illustrations throughout, My Body, My Self for Girls also includes journal pages and lots of personal stories addressing girls' concerns, experiences, and feelings during this new stage of their lives.
What's Happening to My Body? Book for Girls by
Discusses the changes that take place in a girl's body during puberty, including information on the body's changing size and shape, pubic hair, breasts, reproductive organs, the menstrual cycle, and puberty in boys.
If Your Adolescent Has an Eating Disorder by
"This is the 2nd ed. of an authoritative guide to help parents determine whether their adolescent has an eating disorder and how to get treatment. This edition expands the first edition's coverage of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa and provides comprehensive information on eating disorders newly described in DSM-5 including Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and Binge-Eating Disorder. The authors, internationally recognized authorities, review recent research on the causes of eating disorders and new methods to prevent and treat them. The book is written in easy-to-understand language and includes practical wisdom from parents who have been in the trenches raising teens with eating disorders"-- Provided by publisher.
The Adventures of Team Little Bigs by
Created by Jonathan T. Gilliam, a former US Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent, with child safety and awareness at its foundation. In combination with the free lesson plans located at www.TeamLittleBigs.com, each picture becomes a teaching guide to help children identify and avoid dangerous situations and a reminder for parents themselves where potential issues exist.
The Best Part of Me by
Photographer Ewald worked with 15 ethnically diverse North Carolina school-children and their teachers to investigate how kids feel about their bodies. Each child selected a favorite body part and contributed a signed, handwritten paragraph or poem about it.
Your Body Belongs to You by
Explains what to say and do if someone touches your body when you do not want to be touched, especially when the action involves the touching of private parts.
The Busy Parent's Guide to Managing Exhaustion in Children and Teens by
"Do you wonder why your child or teen seems drained, overtired, moody, anxious, and depressed? Are you uncertain if and when you should be worried about the amount of sleep they get? Psychoanalyst Laurie Hollman, PhD, provides insight and guidance to help your exhausted child. This mini book includes: Recommendations for adequate sleep; An exploration of special problems, such as kids of parents with marital problems or dual working parents; an emphasis on being the smartest kids globally; burn out, depression, and anxiety, insufficient free play time, and the effects of screen time; Research about the effects of exhaustion on memory, school performance, mood regulation, pain sensitivity, and the immune function, and more!"--From back cover.
Germs Are Not for Sharing by
Describes what germs are and what they can do.
Heal Your Child from the Inside Out by
"Drawing from the ancient wisdom of the Five Elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Robin Ray Green, L. Ac., MTCM, offers simple solutions for creating a natural healing program that is as unique as your child. Questionnaires and quizzes help you gain an understanding of your child's 5-Element type--whether it's Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal or Water--to allow you to diagnose imbalances within the body that create health issues. Once you've gained a solid understanding of the 5 Elements and how health conditions are affected by elemental imbalances, nutrition, and lifestyle, you'll learn simple techniques--such as acupressure, massage, and meditation--that will help your child achieve vibrant health. Ultimately, empowered with this knowledge and a new, holistic perspective on health, you'll be able to augment Western treatments with time-tested natural solutions to help your child, and your whole family, heal naturally"-- Provided by publisher.
It Hurts When I Poop! by
Ryan is scared to use the potty. He's afraid to have a poop because he's afraid it's going to hurt. When Ryan's parents take him to visit Dr. Gold, she engages his imagination with the story of Bill the Coyote's messy house. She also shows him what happens inside the body, and explains how different foods make using the potty easy or hard. This story, along with Ryan's ""poop program,"" will help young children gain the confidence they need to overcome this common problem and establish healthy habits.