Sex ed for the stroller set How to have honest conversations with young children

Laura Hancock

Book - 2023

"Provides practical tools to proactively teach young children about sexuality"--

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Published
Washington, DC : American Psychological Association [2023]
Language
English
Main Author
Laura Hancock (author)
Other Authors
Karen Rayne (author)
Physical Description
vi, 256 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 243-248) and index.
ISBN
9781433838439
  • Introduction: Sex Ed Begins at Birth
  • Part I. What You Need To Know First
  • Chapter 1. What Is Sexuality?
  • Chapter 2. Parental Self-Awareness: History, Feelings, and Values
  • Chapter 3. Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology
  • Chapter 4. Gender and Sexual Orientation
  • Chapter 5. Child Sexual Abuse: Prevention and Response
  • Part II. The Ages and Stages of Teaching Sexual Health during Early Childhood
  • Chapter 6. Infants (Birth to 12 Months Old)
  • Chapter 7. Toddlers (1 to 3 Years Old)
  • Chapter 8. Kindergartners (4 to 6 Years Old)
  • Chapter 9. In the Moment: Responding to Surprising Questions and Situations
  • Chapter 10. What Comes Next?
  • References
  • Index
  • About the Authors
Review by Library Journal Review

Sexuality scholars and educators Hancock and Rayne's (Girl) book helps parents--of children up to age six--understand how to proactively teach their youngsters about sexuality. First-person narratives from parents around the world indicate how sexuality is addressed in their households. The authors show readers how to examine the topic by using a four-perspective model: physical, emotional, cognitive, and social. Each chapter concludes with a list of reflection questions and additional resources, including other books. The guide includes ideas for preventing childhood sexual abuse by teaching boundaries, consent, and safety. There's also advice on how to get help if a traumatic incident occurs, and gender identity and sexual orientation are explored. VERDICT A comprehensive guide to answering young children's questions about sexuality. Perfect for parents who want to tackle sexual health topics during their child's early years.

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