Changing You!: A Guide to Body Changes and Sexuality

This book is a great tool for introducing sexuality and puberty to a young pre-teen who is just starting to have questions. I bought this book and kept it on standby when my son turned nine. After noticing some curious google searches in my computer's web history (i.e. sex, boobs, etc) I decided it was time to have the talk. My husband and I appreciated the clear advice that the book provides for parents, as well as the factual information with clear illustrations. I appreciate that the information is age-appropriate and that it presents practical adult motivations for sex and helps young children feel at ease with "sexy thoughts". By giving this book to our son, we were able to open the lines of communication and remove some of the embarrassment of talking about body issues. We also found that it was helpful to affirm our claim that we could provide him resources for any topic he was curious about, but the Internet was a dangerous place to ask questions about sex. We appreciate this book for its ability to assist us in talking to our son about a tough topic.

This book was perfect for my just turned 10 year old daughter. She had been asking many, many questions lately about men and women. I didn't want to put off 'the talk' any longer, but she is very inquisitive and learns better by reading and seeing illustrations. So I ordered this book. It is very simple. It only contains a few pages which covers puberty in boys and girls and sex between a man and a woman. The book discusses only the facts using the correct health terms, there is no slang or inappropriate language. There are cartoon drawings (which are actually kind of funny) showing naked boys and girls, nothing shocking. There is also one picture, a cartoon drawing, of a penis inserted into a vagina, but again I didn't think it was too shocking. Overall, my daughter didn't feel embarrassed and she didn't seem to have any more questions at the end of the talk. For me, this was just the start to a long journey of keeping her informed and educated, and I feel it was just the right way to start.

This is an awesome resource for teaching kids about sex and body changes. We read the whole book together and then I caught my daughter looking at the book on her own and giggling. I asked her if it was what she expected and she said laughing, "Not at all!" The only negative is that they do not mention C-sections. Think my daughter felt a little left out as that is how she was born. This is a great first glimpse at some delicate, but necessary info.

I went over this book with my daughter when I gave it to her. I had also read the whole thing prior to giving it to her. It gives all the necessary information in an organized way. The cartoon illustrations are pretty hysterical, and I think the cartoonish pictures help to make the book seem a little less serious and intimidating to kids. At the same time, they impart the necessary information. In all, I think it's a good resource.

We live in a time when children grow up so fast. They are eager for information. Changing You is a Superior guide when your sons or daughters begin asking "those" questions. I taught Biology for 27 years and the need for books such as "Changing You..." is paramount. If you have an 8 or 9 year old this book is a MUST for you. You already have "Amazing You..."? then add this book for your child. I can't recommend "Changing You..." enough.

When my children, ages 5 and 8, first asked, "How do the babies get into your belly?" I knew I needed a book that would help me explain. So I went to the library and got this book, which was brilliant. It's illustrated in a way that isn't scary or upsetting, and is written for a younger child to comprehend. I finally had to buy this book because my kids would ask more and more questions, all of which were answered in this book. I highly recommend it because it also tells children to never let another child or adult touch your privates without your permission.

Read this to my 9 year old daughter to start talking more about the changes in adolescence. I researched many books and took a few out of the library. This was the most thorough and clear book, also with fun illustrations. Another book I love on this subject is "It's Perfectly Normal" which I believe just released a new edition with updated material.

Is this some sick joke? The intro states that this book is for 7-10 year olds. This was recommended by the California framework. But now is just considered a resource that will be placed in elementary school libraries. That means children as young as 4 can access this book(TK). Showing pubic hair, an erected penis and a vagina in detail, is extremely NOT age appropriate. Why is California trying to sexualize and 'groom' our kids at such young of age? They say for HIV prevention. What a sick joke.

Excelente material auxiliar para los padres que desean dar información a sus hijos. Es la información correcta y necesaria.