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SAPL Kids - Growing Up (Puberty and Sex)

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Books for young people on growing up, sex and reproduction.

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Helloflo

Helloflo

The Guide, Period

by Bloom, Naama

Book - 2017

A celebration of women's bodies and all the confusing, uncomfortable, silly, transformative, and powerful changes that occur during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction and eBook A celebration of women's bodies and all the confusing, uncomfortable, silly, transformative, and powerful changes that occur during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction and eBook Show less

A celebration of women's bodies and all the confusing, uncomfortable, silly, transformative, and powerful changes that occur during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction and eBook A celebration of women's bodies and all the confusing, uncomfortable, silly, transformative, and powerful changes that occur during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction and eBook Show less

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Girl Stuff

Girl Stuff

A Survival Guide to Growing up

by Blackstone, Margaret

Book - 2006

Covers everything from body and hormonal changes (menstruation and acne) to the emotional roller coaster of adolescence to how to protect yourself. Junior Non-Fiction Covers everything from body and hormonal changes (menstruation and acne) to the emotional roller coaster of adolescence to how to protect yourself. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Covers everything from body and hormonal changes (menstruation and acne) to the emotional roller coaster of adolescence to how to protect yourself. Junior Non-Fiction Covers everything from body and hormonal changes (menstruation and acne) to the emotional roller coaster of adolescence to how to protect yourself. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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On the Spot

On the Spot

Real Girls on Periods, Growing Up, and Finding your Groove

by Dickerson, Karle

Book - 2005

From PMS to first bras to fluctuating feelings, this book reaches out to girls in their own words, helping them understand the changes their bodies are going through. Junior Non-Fiction From PMS to first bras to fluctuating feelings, this book reaches out to girls in their own words, helping them understand the changes their bodies are going through. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

From PMS to first bras to fluctuating feelings, this book reaches out to girls in their own words, helping them understand the changes their bodies are going through. Junior Non-Fiction From PMS to first bras to fluctuating feelings, this book reaches out to girls in their own words, helping them understand the changes their bodies are going through. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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On your Mark, Get Set, Grow!

On your Mark, Get Set, Grow!

A "what's Happening to My Body?" Book for Younger Boys

by Madaras, Lynda

Book - 2008

This warm and funny book is written especially for younger boys to give them everything they need to know about the new and exciting changes that are happening to their bodies during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction This warm and funny book is written especially for younger boys to give them everything they need to know about the new and exciting changes that are happening to their bodies during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

This warm and funny book is written especially for younger boys to give them everything they need to know about the new and exciting changes that are happening to their bodies during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction This warm and funny book is written especially for younger boys to give them everything they need to know about the new and exciting changes that are happening to their bodies during puberty. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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My Body, My Self for Boys

My Body, My Self for Boys

by Madaras, Lynda

Book - 2007

Helps boys find answers to the many questions they have about the emotional and physical changes that occur during puberty. Also available in a version for girls. Junior Non-Fiction Helps boys find answers to the many questions they have about the emotional and physical changes that occur during puberty. Also available in a version for girls. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Helps boys find answers to the many questions they have about the emotional and physical changes that occur during puberty. Also available in a version for girls. Junior Non-Fiction Helps boys find answers to the many questions they have about the emotional and physical changes that occur during puberty. Also available in a version for girls. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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Boy Talk

Boy Talk

by Plaisted, Caroline

Book - 2011

Discusses body changes that happen to boys during puberty, such as acne, body hair, body odour, mood swings, crushes, and more, and gives suggestions to teen boys for taking care of their hygiene and keeping good relationships. Junior Non-Fiction Discusses body changes that happen to boys during puberty, such as acne, body hair, body odour, mood swings, crushes, and more, and gives suggestions to teen boys for taking care of their hygiene and keeping good relationships. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Discusses body changes that happen to boys during puberty, such as acne, body hair, body odour, mood swings, crushes, and more, and gives suggestions to teen boys for taking care of their hygiene and keeping good relationships. Junior Non-Fiction Discusses body changes that happen to boys during puberty, such as acne, body hair, body odour, mood swings, crushes, and more, and gives suggestions to teen boys for taking care of their hygiene and keeping good relationships. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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Guy Stuff

Guy Stuff

The Body Book for Boys

by Natterson, Cara Familian

Book - 2017

Discusses the physical and psychological transitions that boys undergo during puberty, and shares information on how they can care for their changing bodies, from hair care to healthy eating. Junior Non-Fiction Discusses the physical and psychological transitions that boys undergo during puberty, and shares information on how they can care for their changing bodies, from hair care to healthy eating. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Discusses the physical and psychological transitions that boys undergo during puberty, and shares information on how they can care for their changing bodies, from hair care to healthy eating. Junior Non-Fiction Discusses the physical and psychological transitions that boys undergo during puberty, and shares information on how they can care for their changing bodies, from hair care to healthy eating. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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Growing Up, Inside and Out

Growing Up, Inside and Out

by Vermond, Kira

Book - 2013

Going beyond typical references about physical changes, this book addresses the myriad emotional changes that occur throughout adolescence, counseling you...Show more Going beyond typical references about physical changes, this book addresses the myriad emotional changes that occur throughout adolescence, counseling young adults about such feelings as anger toward parents and feeling attracted to people of the same gender. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Going beyond typical references about physical changes, this book addresses the myriad emotional changes that occur throughout adolescence, counseling you...Show more Going beyond typical references about physical changes, this book addresses the myriad emotional changes that occur throughout adolescence, counseling young adults about such feelings as anger toward parents and feeling attracted to people of the same gender. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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It's Perfectly Normal

It's Perfectly Normal

Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex and Sexual Health

by Harris, Robie H.

Book - 2014

Providing accurate and up-to-date answers to nearly every imaginable question, from conception and puberty to birth control and STDs, this book offers you...Show more Providing accurate and up-to-date answers to nearly every imaginable question, from conception and puberty to birth control and STDs, this book offers young people the information they need to make responsible decisions and stay healthy. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Providing accurate and up-to-date answers to nearly every imaginable question, from conception and puberty to birth control and STDs, this book offers you...Show more Providing accurate and up-to-date answers to nearly every imaginable question, from conception and puberty to birth control and STDs, this book offers young people the information they need to make responsible decisions and stay healthy. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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100% Me

100% Me

by Greenwood, Elinor

Book - 2009

A guide to puberty that is divided into sections for girls, for boys, and for both addresses the facts of physical and emotional changes as well as issues such as embarrassment, bullying, and sexual attraction. Junior Non-Fiction A guide to puberty that is divided into sections for girls, for boys, and for both addresses the facts of physical and emotional changes as well as issues such as embarrassment, bullying, and sexual attraction. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

A guide to puberty that is divided into sections for girls, for boys, and for both addresses the facts of physical and emotional changes as well as issues such as embarrassment, bullying, and sexual attraction. Junior Non-Fiction A guide to puberty that is divided into sections for girls, for boys, and for both addresses the facts of physical and emotional changes as well as issues such as embarrassment, bullying, and sexual attraction. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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Sex Is A Funny Word

Sex Is A Funny Word

by Silverberg, Cory

Book - 2015

A comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identies. An essential resource about bodies, gender, a...Show more A comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identies. An essential resource about bodies, gender, and sexuality for children ages 8 to 10 as well as their parents and caregivers. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

A comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identies. An essential resource about bodies, gender, a...Show more A comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identies. An essential resource about bodies, gender, and sexuality for children ages 8 to 10 as well as their parents and caregivers. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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Asking About Sex and Growing up

Asking About Sex and Growing up

A Question-and-answer Book for Kids

by Cole, Joanna

Book - 2009

Writing especially for preteens, the author uses a question-and-answer format to offer straightforward information on a wide variety of subjects related to sex and puberty. Junior Non-Fiction Writing especially for preteens, the author uses a question-and-answer format to offer straightforward information on a wide variety of subjects related to sex and puberty. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Writing especially for preteens, the author uses a question-and-answer format to offer straightforward information on a wide variety of subjects related to sex and puberty. Junior Non-Fiction Writing especially for preteens, the author uses a question-and-answer format to offer straightforward information on a wide variety of subjects related to sex and puberty. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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What's Inside Your Tummy, Mommy?

What's Inside Your Tummy, Mommy?

by Cocovini, Abby

Book - 2007

An interactive book with life-size illustrations showing the different stages of development of a growing fetus. Junior Non-Fiction An interactive book with life-size illustrations showing the different stages of development of a growing fetus. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

An interactive book with life-size illustrations showing the different stages of development of a growing fetus. Junior Non-Fiction An interactive book with life-size illustrations showing the different stages of development of a growing fetus. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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It's Not the Stork!

It's Not the Stork!

A Book About Girls, Boys, Babies, Bodies, Families, and Friends

by Harris, Robie H.

Book - 2006

Young children are curious about almost everything, especially their bodies. And young children are not afraid to ask questions. This book helps answer th...Show more Young children are curious about almost everything, especially their bodies. And young children are not afraid to ask questions. This book helps answer these endless and perfectly normal questions that preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary school children ask about how they began. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Young children are curious about almost everything, especially their bodies. And young children are not afraid to ask questions. This book helps answer th...Show more Young children are curious about almost everything, especially their bodies. And young children are not afraid to ask questions. This book helps answer these endless and perfectly normal questions that preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary school children ask about how they began. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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What Makes A Baby

What Makes A Baby

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

by Silverberg, Cory

Book - 2012

A guide to babies and birth is as notable for what isn't in it as what is: sperm, eggs, midwives, and cesareans are mentioned, but references to mothers, ...Show more A guide to babies and birth is as notable for what isn't in it as what is: sperm, eggs, midwives, and cesareans are mentioned, but references to mothers, fathers, boys, or girls are absent, allowing the book to be used by families with a variety of configurations and circumstances. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

A guide to babies and birth is as notable for what isn't in it as what is: sperm, eggs, midwives, and cesareans are mentioned, but references to mothers, ...Show more A guide to babies and birth is as notable for what isn't in it as what is: sperm, eggs, midwives, and cesareans are mentioned, but references to mothers, fathers, boys, or girls are absent, allowing the book to be used by families with a variety of configurations and circumstances. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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Where Did I Come From?

Where Did I Come From?

The Facts of Life Without Any Nonsense and With Illustrations

by Mayle, Peter

Book - 1987

"The facts of life without any nonsense and with illustrations." Describes the reproductive process from intercourse to birth. Junior Non-Fiction "The facts of life without any nonsense and with illustrations." Describes the reproductive process from intercourse to birth. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

"The facts of life without any nonsense and with illustrations." Describes the reproductive process from intercourse to birth. Junior Non-Fiction "The facts of life without any nonsense and with illustrations." Describes the reproductive process from intercourse to birth. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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The Right Touch

The Right Touch

A Read Aloud Story To Help Prevent Child Sexual Abuse

by Kleven, Sandy

Book - 1997

All of us, especially children, need affection and personal contact. However, children should be taught that secret, deceptive, or forced touching is wrong and should immediately be reported to a trusted adult. Junior Non-Fiction All of us, especially children, need affection and personal contact. However, children should be taught that secret, deceptive, or forced touching is wrong and should immediately be reported to a trusted adult. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

All of us, especially children, need affection and personal contact. However, children should be taught that secret, deceptive, or forced touching is wrong and should immediately be reported to a trusted adult. Junior Non-Fiction All of us, especially children, need affection and personal contact. However, children should be taught that secret, deceptive, or forced touching is wrong and should immediately be reported to a trusted adult. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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My Body Belongs to Me

My Body Belongs to Me

by Starishevsky, Jill

Book - 2008

Telling the story of a gender-neutral child who is inappropriately touched by an uncle's friend, this tale delivers a powerful moral when the youngster reveals the offender and the parents praise the child's bravery. Junior Non-Fiction Telling the story of a gender-neutral child who is inappropriately touched by an uncle's friend, this tale delivers a powerful moral when the youngster reveals the offender and the parents praise the child's bravery. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Telling the story of a gender-neutral child who is inappropriately touched by an uncle's friend, this tale delivers a powerful moral when the youngster reveals the offender and the parents praise the child's bravery. Junior Non-Fiction Telling the story of a gender-neutral child who is inappropriately touched by an uncle's friend, this tale delivers a powerful moral when the youngster reveals the offender and the parents praise the child's bravery. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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Because It's My Body!

Because It's My Body!

by Sherman, Joanne

Book - 2002

A series of vignettes teaches children how to assertively communicate that they do not want to be touched. Junior Non-Fiction A series of vignettes teaches children how to assertively communicate that they do not want to be touched. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

A series of vignettes teaches children how to assertively communicate that they do not want to be touched. Junior Non-Fiction A series of vignettes teaches children how to assertively communicate that they do not want to be touched. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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My Body Belongs to Me

My Body Belongs to Me

From My Head to My Toes

Book - 2014

Provides children with confidence about accepting and rejecting physical contact from others, helping to give children a voice in uncomfortable situations. Junior Non-Fiction Provides children with confidence about accepting and rejecting physical contact from others, helping to give children a voice in uncomfortable situations. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

Provides children with confidence about accepting and rejecting physical contact from others, helping to give children a voice in uncomfortable situations. Junior Non-Fiction Provides children with confidence about accepting and rejecting physical contact from others, helping to give children a voice in uncomfortable situations. Junior Non-Fiction Show less

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