Inclusive puberty and sex ed for elementary ages, tweens, teens and their grownups by Multcolib My Librarian TashaLike this list

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• Bodies Are Cool

  Feder, Tyler,

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  Simple, specific, and inclusive of bodies no matter the size, color, or ability.

• Making More

  How Life Begins

  Roy, Katherine,

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  This gorgeously illustrated nonfiction book breaks down general reproduction into easily-understandable pieces, particularly regarding non-human animals and plants, and can be a great intro to talking about human biology and reproduction.

• What Makes a Baby

  a Book for Every Kind of Family and Every Kind of Kid

  Silverberg, Cory,

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  On the younger side, and inclusive of kids, adults, and families of all kinds.

• Tell Me About Sex, Grandma

  Higginbotham, Anastasia,

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  Focuses on the emotional and enjoyment aspects of sex, rather than the mechanics. Good to read together or for adults to read to get some ideas for how to approach the discussion.

• Consent (for Kids!)

  Boundaries, Respect, and Being in Charge of You

  Brian, Rachel, 1971-

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  Accessible, graphic novel format.

• It's Perfectly Normal

  Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, Gender, and Sexual Health

  Harris, Robie H.,

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  Updated, inclusive classic.

• The Every Body Book

  the LGBTQ+ Inclusive Guide for Kids About Sex, Gender, Bodies, and Families

  Simon, Rachel E.,

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• Puberty Is Gross but Also Really Awesome

  Loveless, Gina,

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  Informative, inclusive, funny, and realistic.

• Welcome to Consent

  How to Say No, When to Say Yes, and How to Be the Boss of Your Body

  Stynes, Yumi, 1975-

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  "This guide breaks down myriad situations involving consent and bodily autonomy, including navigating new or changing feelings, recognizing power imbalances, staying safe in online spaces, and keeping relationships mutually comfortable." It has a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• You Know, Sex

  Bodies, Gender, Puberty, and Other Things!

  Silverberg, Cory,

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  Highly visual with chapters on chapters on body autonomy, puberty and reproduction that includes trans, non-binary, and intersex bodies and experience, harassment, pornography, trauma, masturbation, consent, boundaries and safety in our…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• You Be You!

  the Kid's Guide to Gender, Sexuality, and Family

  Branfman, Jonathan,

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  Discusses gender, gender identity, sexual orientation and family diversity in easy-to-understand terms.

• Wait, What?

  a Comic Book Guide to Relationships, Bodies, and Growing Up

  Corinna, Heather,

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  Puberty, sex ed, gender identity, etc., in an accessible comic book format.

• Can We Talk About Consent?

  Hancock, Justin,

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  Frank, conversational, and filled with opportunities for readers to stop where they are comfortable.

• Sex Is a Funny Word

  a Book About Bodies, Feelings, and YOU

  Silverberg, Cory,

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  Inclusive, informative, amusing. Written by a certified sex educator and sex therapist.

• The Girl Guide

  Ibrahim, Marawa,

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  Humorous and body-positive.

• We Need to Talk About Vaginas

  An Important Book About Vulvas, Periods, Puberty, and Sex!

  Rodgers, Allison K.,

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  Body-positive, gender-inclusive, and full of info you've always wanted to know (or maybe didn't even thing to ask) about vaginas and the bodies that have them. Full color pictures with different skin tones, shades of blood, and other helpful…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Helloflo

  the Guide, Period.

  Bloom, Naama,

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• The Autism-friendly Guide to Periods

  Steward, Robyn,

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  Includes photos and concrete, step-by-step information. Highly recommended!

• Welcome to Your Period!

  Stynes, Yumi, 1975-

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  Highly recommended and informational.