Yes, yes, yes! That book was a godsend when I was going through puberty. It’s frank (it contains anatomically correct drawings of female genitalia and breasts), but very tasteful and informative. It’s definitely geared toward preteens/young teenagers, as it doesn’t touch on the topic of sex at all. It does cover hygiene, nutrition, dental care, mental wellness, and menstruation (complete with instructions on how to use period products).I think my parents would’ve died of embarrassment if they had to spend too much time on that topic. They gave me a wonderful book by American Girl that covered all that. It went through puberty, hygiene, good eating and exercise habits, sleep… It was great, I didn’t have to feel embarrassed with my questions. Although if you’re looking for something that covers sex this doesn’t touch that topic. It’s called The Care and Keeping of You. You can probably get it for like five bucks.
Edit: obviously this isn’t a faith based book, but there was nothing in it contrary to our teachings
I completely agree, but I think sometimes parents don’t bother and it’s dangerous for the kid whose only source of information is other kids.Subjects like this should be taught in the home by the child’s parents not in the schools.
I had 5th grade sex ed in a Catholic school. Obviously a bit different from the OP’s daughter’s school’s program. But I would say there is value to it. Especially if a child’s parents were uncomfortable and learning at school reduced the lack of knowledge.Subjects like this should be taught in the home by the child’s parents not in the schools.
No. There has to be some standard distribution of information. Some of the stuff uninformed kids are willing to believe about sex is unreal, and all-too often the parents are either too uncomfortable or not aware enough to set them straight.Subjects like this should be taught in the home by the child’s parents not in the schools.