A progressive, effective, and responsible approach to sex education for parents and teens that challenges traditional teaching models and instead embraces 21st century realities by promoting healthy sexuality, values, and body image in young people. In For Goodness Sex, Al Vernacchio refutes the "disaster prevention" model of sex ed, offering a progressive and realistic … [Read more...] about For Goodness Sex
For Parents of Teens
Got Teens?
In Got Teens?, the Doctor Moms combine their medical and psychological knowledge with their own personal experiences to address the most cringeworthy and difficult questions that kids often ask their parents. From "How old were you when you first had sex?" to "What's wrong with sharing my password with a friend I trust?" and beyond, Levkoff and Wider will help you decode your … [Read more...] about Got Teens?
He/She/They: How We Talk about Gender and Why It Matters
In this book, Bailar clearly and compassionately addresses fundamental topics, from why pronouns are important to how gender-affirming healthcare can be lifesaving. With a relatable narrative rooted in facts, science, and history, he helps restore common sense and humanity to a discussion that continues to be divisively coopted and deceptively politicized. … [Read more...] about He/She/They: How We Talk about Gender and Why It Matters
How to They/Them
What does nonbinary really mean? What is gender-nonconforming? And isn’t they a plural pronoun? In this charming guide, a real-life they-using genderqueer writer unpacks all your burning questions in a fun, visual way. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, always human, this gender-friendly primer will get you up to speed. … [Read more...] about How to They/Them
My Body Belongs to Me
This book is your guide to starting critical conversations about responsibility and respect with kids as young as 3, using language and examples they can understand. In this book, you'll learn where to start, what to say, how to walk to talk, and how to empower your child to assert their body boundaries and respect others. … [Read more...] about My Body Belongs to Me
Seeing Gender
This book delves into how we express and understand the complexities of gender today. Deeply researched and fully illustrated, this book by queer author and artist Iris Gottlieb touches on history, science, sociology, and her own experience. This book is an essential tool for understanding and contributing to a necessary cultural conversation, and for bringing clarity and … [Read more...] about Seeing Gender
Sex & Sensibility
How young is too young to talk with children about sex and reproduction? Are we clear as adults about the meaning of the words "sex" and "sexuality," or "gender" and "sexual orientation"? Do we know what we want our children to think and value about sexuality, and how to combat unhealthy cultural influences? With a rare directness and clarity about these profoundly important … [Read more...] about Sex & Sensibility
Talk to Me First
We live in a time when kids of all ages are bombarded with age-sensitive material wherever they turn; "sexting" and bullying are on the rise at an increasingly younger age, and teen moms are "celebrified." What is a concerned parent to do? With wit, wisdom, and savvy, Deborah Roffman translates her experiences gleaned from decades of teaching kids and parents, and as a mom, … [Read more...] about Talk to Me First
This Book Is Gay
There's a long-running joke that, after "coming out," a lesbian, gay guy, bisexual, or trans person should receive a membership card and instruction manual. THIS IS THAT INSTRUCTION MANUAL. Inside, you'll find the answers to all the questions you ever wanted to ask, with topics like stereotypes, coming out as LGBT, where to meet people like you, the ins and outs of gay sex, how … [Read more...] about This Book Is Gay
Trans Bodies, Trans Selves
This is a 649-page resource guide by and for the trans, gender-expansive, and non-binary community and their families. It includes information on health, legal issues, cultural and social questions, relationships, history, activism, and much more. … [Read more...] about Trans Bodies, Trans Selves
Yes, Your Kid
Yes, Your Kid helps parents better educate and support their tweens, teens, and college students. Combining insights from cutting-edge research, conversations with real students, and on-the-ground legal experience, Yes, Your Kid provides an overview of key topics in sexuality; age-appropriate tools to talk with tweens and teens about bodies, puberty, technology, birth control, … [Read more...] about Yes, Your Kid