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- Picture Books
Praised for acting like a big girl when she is small, as a young girl grows, "big" becomes a word of criticism, until the girl realizes that she is fine just the way she is.
Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text celebrate bodies of all shapes, sizes, ages, and colors, with different kinds of hair, eyes, spots, scars, and more.
"This cheerful love-your-body picture book for preschoolers is an exuberant read-aloud with bright and friendly illustrations to pore over. ...this picture book is a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world. Highlighting the various skin tones, body shapes, and hair types is just the beginning in this truly inclusive book. With its joyful illustrations and encouraging refrain, it will instill body acceptance and confidence in the youngest of readers. "My body, your body, every different kind of body! All of them are good bodies!"-- Publisher's website.
"That quokka may be cute, but does it want a hug? The quokka says "No!" In Don't Hug That Quokka!, young readers get a lighthearted and friendly introduction to the concept of consent, learning that even the most adorable creatures might not want a hug--unless they say so! Consent is a really important topic for parents to introduce with young children, but it can be tricky to do so in a way that's clear without being frightening. This book is funny and cute, but has a clear message that you have to ask before touching someone else--it's a good place to start for young kids." -- Amazon.
"Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven picture book offers clear, concrete language and imagery to introduce the concept of body positivity. This book serves to celebrate the uniqueness of your body and all bodies, and address the unfair rules and ideas that currently exist about bodies. It ends with motivational action points for making the world more fair for all! The backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion"-- Provided by publisher.
This illustrated picture book introduces children ages 4 to 8 to concepts of body safety, personal boundaries, and consent. Written by pediatrician Dr. Krupa Bhojani Playforth, the book provides age-appropriate language and illustrations to help children learn the correct names for private parts, understand safe boundaries, and advocate for themselves. Designed to be informative yet approachable, the book supports discussions about body awareness, self-confidence, and personal safety, and encourages children to communicate comfortably with trusted adults.
"The delightful cast of characters from Pink Is for Everybody is back, this time celebrating a birthday! On this happy occasion, an old friend arrives with hugs for everyone - as a greeting, as a way to celebrate a party-game win, as a way to wish happy birthday. But, the friend comes to learn, hugs are NOT for everybody. And that's okay -- a silly super-secret handshake is fun alternative to a hug. Especially one that ends with a surprise magic trick. But wait! Being part of a magic trick is also not be for everybody ... or everybunny. Because when it comes to people's (or rabbits') bodies, it's important to ask! So what do the friends agree is the perfect ending to a super-secret handshake? A yummy piece of birthday cake, of course! Within this cheerful story about expressions of friendship, there's an important lesson on consent and respecting personal boundaries that speaks compassionately to both huggers and non-huggers alike. Hugs are not for everybody, but there are lots of fun, creative, and inclusive ways to express friendship and love"-- Provided by publisher.
"Our bodies! Our amazing, astounding, and all-around awesome bodies! Bodies come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and can do extraordinary things. Our bodies are uniquely our own yet they connect us to the world around us in so many ways. Through playful rhymes and colorful artwork, all the things that make our bodies special-from the texture of our hair to the color of our eyes-are celebrated. This sweet and inclusive book encourages young readers to acknowledge and accept differences, and offers the perfect opportunity to open up conversations about body acceptance. Back matter includes tips and conversation starters for parents and educators to use with children"-- Provided by publisher.
"Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and imagery to introduce the concept of consent. This book serves to normalize and celebrate the experience of asking for and being asked for permission to do something involving one's body. It centers on respect for bodily autonomy, and reviews the many ways that one can say or indicate 'no.' The backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion"-- Provided by publisher.
"Every child's body has boundaries. And understanding those boundaries-as well as knowing what to do if they are crossed-is important to every child's safety. In this friendly, gentle book, simple words and colorful illustrations help share this important message with young children and their parents, teachers, and other adults in their lives"-- Provided by publisher.
- Intermediate Books
An illustrated guide to puberty and changing bodies for tweens and young teens of all gender identities, including activities, conversation starters, and writing prompts.
It may be hard to imagine, but every single adult who has ever lived was once a child, just like you. Every day, all of us grow a tiny bit older, and every day, our bodies are changing in one way or another. So how do you get from being a child to being a grown-up? An honest, accessible and inclusive guide to puberty. The perfect stepping stone for any caregiver to have an open conversation about what it really means for a child to be growing up.
Young readers can find out exactly what is needed to grow a baby, from introducing the basic building blocks of life such as sperm and eggs, to explaining the different ways that these building blocks can be put together to create a family. Working closely with a leading national LGBT organisation, this inclusive guide to Making a Baby covers sex, sperm and egg donation, IUI, IVF, surrogacy and adoption, as well as explaining how a baby grows in the womb and about different kinds of births.
"This fact-filled guide to periods answers all your essential questions like what's a vulva, what do periods actually feel like, and what happens if blood stains your clothes?"--Back coverQuint started the Period Positive movement to improve menstrual literacy. Her fact-filled guide to periods answers all your essential questions, and provides positive and honest advice to help girls and young women form a healthy, positive relationship with their bodies. She also includes practical information about menstrual products, tracking cycles, and more.
Sex is a Funny Word
A comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identies, Sex Is a Funny Word is an essential resource about bodies, gender, and sexuality for children ages 8 to 10 as well as their parents and caregivers. Much more than the "facts of life" or "the birds and the bees," Sex Is a Funny Word opens up conversations between young people snd their caregivers in a way that allows adults to convey their values and beliefs while providing information about boundaries, safety, and joy. The eagerly anticipated follow up to Lambda-nominated What Makes a Baby, from sex educator Cory Silverberg and artist Fiona Smyth, Sex Is a Funny Word reimagines "sex talk" for the twenty-first century.
We Need to Talk About Vaginas: An Important Book About Vulvas, Periods, Puberty and Sex!
An illustrated guide to vaginas and vulvas from TikTok star Dr. Allison Rodgers.
What Makes a Baby: A Book for Every Kind of Family and Every Kind of Kid
Explains conception and reproduction in a picturebook format.
"What Makes a Baby is s book for every kind of family and every kind of kid. It is a 21st century children's picture book about where babies come from that reflects the reality of our modern time by being inclusive of all kinds of kids, adults, and families, however they came to be. Geared to readers from pre-school to 8 years old, it teaches curious kids about conception, gestation, and birth in a way that works regardless of whether or not the kid in question was adopted, conceived using reproductive technologies, at home or in a clinic, through surrogacy, or the old fashioned way, and regardless of how many people were involved, their orientation, gender and other identity, or family composition. Written by a sexuality educator, Cory Silverberg, and illustrated by award-winning Canadian artist Fiona Smyth, What Makes a Baby is as fun to look at as it is useful to read.
Follows the adventures of young Gus and Nellie, who watch their mother's pregnancy and anticipate the arrival of a new sibling while learning engaging facts about how unborn babies develop.
Throughout the book kids learn that there are many kinds of people in the world and that diversity is something to be celebrated. It covers gender, romantic orientation, discrimination, intersectionality, privilege, and how to stand up for what's right. With charming illustrations, clear explanations, and short sections that can be dipped in and out of, this book helps children think about how to create a kinder, more tolerant world.
- Teen Books
"Should I be upfront with someone I'm interested in that I'm ace or aro? How do I get people to respect my boundaries around intimacy? What if I don't want intimacy at all? It is selfish to pursue a relationship if I don't want romance? These questions are not only a source of deep anxiety and frustration for ace and aro people - but limit the heights that ace and aro folks believe they can reach for in their lives. These questions make us believe that we should settle for less, when in fact we all deserve more. . Whether we're talking about friendships, romantic relationships, casual dates or casual intimate partners, this guide will help you not only live authentically in your ace and aro identity, but joyfully share it with others"-- Provided by publisher.
"The definitive collection of art, poetry, and prose, celebrating fat acceptance Chubby. Curvy. Fluffy. Plus-size. Thick. Fat. The time has come for fat people to tell their own stories. The (Other) F Word combines personal essays, prose, poetry, fashion tips, and art to create a relatable and attractive guide about body image and body positivity. This YA crossover anthology is meant for people of all sizes who desire to be seen and heard in a culture consumed by a narrow definition of beauty. By combining the talents of renowned fat YA and middle-grade authors, as well as fat influencers and creators, The (Other) F Word offers teen readers and activists of all ages a guide for navigating our world with confidence and courage"-- Provided by publisher.
"Questions about PERIODS? Don't let periods cramp your style! We talk about bodies and how they change during the menstrual cycle. We look at different products you might encounter and various issues you might face. All with a no-nonsense, unembarrassed and humorous approach - just make sure you don't ovary-act"-- Back cover.
"Puberty . . . is pretty gross for pretty much everyone. It's a smelly, hairy, sticky, and (worst of all) totally confusing time! But did you know there's a lot about puberty that makes it REALLY AWESOME? Get the whole picture with this honest, humorous, and empowering survival guide to the tween years. It's packed with straightforward illustrations, easy-to-understand scientific information, interesting studies, and tips from experts, covering everything from breast development and gender identity to acne and mental health." -- Amazon.Provides readers with a humorous look at what happens to a teenager's body and mind when they reach puberty.
Seeing Gender is an of-the-moment investigation into how we express and understand the complexities of gender today. Deeply researched and fully illustrated, this book demystifies an intensely personal--yet universal--facet of humanity. Illustrating a different concept on each spread, 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, bringing clarity and reassurance to the sometimes confusing process of navigating ones' identity. Whether LGBTQ+, cisgender, or nonbinary, Seeing Gender is a must-read for intelligent, curious, want-to-be woke people who care about how we see and talk about gender and sexuality in the 21st century.
"In a bright graphic format featuring four dynamic middle schoolers, You Know, Sex grounds sex education in social justice, covering not only the big three of puberty-hormones, reproduction, and development-but also power, pleasure, and how to be a decent human being. Centering young people's experiences of pressures and joy, risk and reward, and confusion and discovery, there are chapters on body autonomy, disclosure, stigma, harassment, pornography, trauma, masturbation, consent, boundaries and safety in our media-saturated world, puberty and reproduction that includes trans, non-binary, and intersex bodies and experience, and more. Racially and ethnically diverse, inclusive of cross-disability experience, this is a book for every kind of young person and every kind of family. You Know, Sex is the first thoroughly modern sex ed book for every body navigating puberty and adolescence, essential for kids, everyone who knows a kid, and anyone who has ever been a kid"-- Provided by publisher.