by Tara Costello. This illustrated book covers every aspect of the menstrual cycle–from the biology and science behind why you bleed every month, to the latest findings on hormonal fluctuations. It takes a deep dive into the different types of menstrual products available, including their pros and cons, and covers various period conditions such as […]
by Sonya Renee Taylor. This book gives honest, empowering and age-relevant answers to real questions from young readers about health, sex, gender, race and justice. Steeped in joy and possibility, Taylor’s writing assures kids that, as they mature, life will be fun, complicated, strange and wonderful, and most importantly, that they are amazing and have […]
by Bianca I. Laureano and Cory Silverberg. A guided curriculum resource for parents, educators, and librarians working with young people to support learning about bodies, gender, healthy relationships, consent, and sex. Available in eBook, digital copy only.
Created by GLSEN, this curriculum and educator guide is based on the Think Before You Speak campaign, which offers activities and teaching tools that help raise awareness of the common use of derogatory vocabulary among youth towards lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning people.
by Debby Herbenick, PhD, Susan C. Stone, Esq., and Kristina W. Supler, Esq. Supported by research and filled with practical tools, conversation guides, and sex positive advice, this book covers every sexual health topic relevant to raising young people in this highly digital world. It’s inclusively written, with insights from real young people as well as from […]
A short TED-Ed video that explains what hormones are, how they work, and what role they play throughout our lives, including during puberty.
by Cara Natterson, MD and Vanessa Kroll Bennett. A current, reliable, research-backed handbook to help adults understand the ins and outs of modern puberty for all young people. Alongside facts about physical and emotional changes to expect, this book includes insights on social media, porn literacy, gender identity, and many aspects of today’s tween and […]
by Ella Greenstein. A charming children’s book that follows Fifi as she discovers the many pleasurable sensations her body can experience in a day. From the smooth fur of her dog’s belly, to the touch of cool dry beans in the kitchen. She even discovers that her vulva can feel pleasing too! How her parents […]
Anatomically correct, inclusively created social stories that help individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) gain life skills and confidence around topics like washing their genitals, putting on a condom, using a tampon or menstrual pad, and more. Printed on a 10-point polyester paper that is durable enough to withstand moisture and continual usage. Created by Lutheran […]
An interactive, virtual workshop for tweens, teens, and their trusted adults to learn media and porn literacy skills that keep kids safer in this digital world.
by Konika Ray Wong. This empowering first introduction to menstruation is a guided story for kids ages four and up to read with a grownup. Children meet a cute uterus character that takes them on a journey that demystifies the process of ovulation and the menstrual cycle. The kid-friendly characters and simple scientifically accurate text […]
Free self-paced online courses, by Planned Parenthood, created for students. Topics include healthy relationships, puberty, gender identity, sexual orientation, consent, sex, STIs, pregnancy prevention, communication skills, media literacy, and more. Also available in Spanish.