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by Mary Jo Podgurski. This book explores the subject of sexuality in an honest, inclusive way. Building on the Circles of Sexuality conceptualized by Dr. Dennis Dailey and Pam Wilson, MSW, Nonnie guides the young characters, Tamika and Alex, as they react to a sexting scandal and grow as people.

by Robie H. Harris. For two decades, this universally acclaimed book on sexuality has been the most trusted and accessible resource for kids, parents, teachers, librarians, and anyone else who cares about the well-being of tweens and teens. Now, it has been updated with information on subjects such as safe and savvy Internet use, gender […]

by Lynda Madaras. Everything preteen and teen girls need to know about their changing bodies and feelings. This book gives sensitive straight talk on: the body’s changing size and shape; the growth spurt; breast development; the reproductive organs; the menstrual cycle; body hair; diet and exercise; romantic and sexual feelings; and puberty for boys. It […]

by Eva Sless. A guide for real sex education discussing pleasure, consent, sexuality, desire, relationships and the issues facing modern teen girls in an open, honest, frank, and often funny way.

by Nancy Amanda Redd. This book shows readers all the many versions of “normal” when it comes to bodies. From body hair and bras, to acne and body size, along with crucial issues such as the importance of a healthy self image, it’s packed with informative fast facts, FYIs, how-tos, and moving personal anecdotes as […]

by Juno Dawson. Lesbian. Bisexual. Queer. Transgender. Straight. Curious. This book is for everyone, regardless of gender or sexual preference. Inside you’ll find the answers to all the questions you ever wanted to ask: from sex to politics, hooking up to stereotypes, coming out and more.

by Karen Rayne, PhD. This book is an inclusive growing-up guide for teen girls with information on gender and identity, dating and romance, relationships, and sex. It gives teen girls practical information that is uncensored, factual, and unbiased, and aims to help readers develop into responsible and informed adults and prepare them for healthy romantic […]

by Michelle Hope. This book offers honest, straightforward, and understanding information in a practical Q&A format with answers to real-life sex ed questions from girls ages 10-13 such as: How can I feel better about myself? What is a period? Why are my boobs sore? What should I expect in a relationship? What is abstinence? How […]

by Mady G and J.R. Zuckerberg. This book guides you through the basics of the LGBT+ world. Covering essential topics like sexuality, gender identity, coming out, and navigating relationships, this guide explains the spectrum of human experience through informative comics, interviews, worksheets, and imaginative examples.

by Boston Women’s Health Book Collective. A comprehensive guide to all aspects of women’s health and sexuality including menopause, birth control, childbirth, sexual health, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental health and general well-being.

Peggy Orenstein dives back into the lives of young people to give voice to the unspoken, revealing how young men understand and negotiate the new rules of physical and emotional intimacy. Drawing on comprehensive interviews with young men, psychologists, academics, and experts in the field, Boys & Sex dissects so-called locker room talk; how the […]