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Highlights
- Fully and fearlessly updated, this vital new edition of the acclaimed book on sex, sexuality, bodies, and puberty deserves a spot in every family's library.
- 10 Years
- 10.3" x 8.6" Hardcover
- 128 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, Health & Daily Living
- Series Name: Family Library
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About the Book
First published in 1994; previous edition published in 2014.Book Synopsis
Fully and fearlessly updated, this vital new edition of the acclaimed book on sex, sexuality, bodies, and puberty deserves a spot in every family's library. With more than 1.5 million copies in print, It's Perfectly Normal has been a trusted resource on sexuality for more than twenty-five years. Rigorously vetted by experts, this is the most ambitiously updated edition yet, featuring to-the-minute information and language accompanied by new and refreshed art. Updates include * A shift to gender-neutral vocabulary throughout * An expansion on LGBTQIA topics, gender identity, sex, and sexuality--making this a sexual health book for all readers * Coverage of recent advances in methods of sexual safety and contraception with corresponding illustrations * A revised section on abortion, including developments in the shifting politics and legislation as well as an accurate, honest overview * A sensitive and detailed expansion on the topics of sexual abuse, the importance of consent, and destigmatizing HIV/AIDS * A modern understanding of social media and the internet that tackles rapidly changing technology to highlight its benefits and pitfalls and ways to stay safe online Inclusive and accessible, this newest edition of It's Perfectly Normal provides young people with the knowledge and vocabulary they need to understand their bodies, relationships, and identities in order to make responsible decisions and stay healthy.Review Quotes
"It's Perfectly Normal is informative and interesting; reassuring and responsible; warm and charming. I wish every child (and parent) could have a copy." -- Penelope Leach, Ph.D., author of YOUR BABY & CHILD "I recommend [IT'S PERFECTLY NORMAL] to parents and children who are coming into adolescence. They will love it." -- T. Berry Brazelton, M.D. author of TOUCHPOINTS "A perfectly wonderful treatment of the always touchy subject of sex education for young people. The book treats the subject seriously and its intended readers respectfully." -- Hugh B. Price, president, National Urban League, Inc.
About the Author
Robie H. Harris (1940-2024) is the New York Times best-selling author of the acclaimed Family Library series--It's Perfectly Normal, It's So Amazing!, and It's Not the Stork!--illustrated by Michael Emberley; CRASH! BOOM! A Math Tale, illustrated by Chris Chatterton; and Somewhere, illustrated by Armando Mariño. She is also the author of the Let's Talk About You and Me series, illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott, and many other books for young children. Michael Emberley is the illustrator of numerous books for children, including the Family Library. He lives in Ireland.Dimensions (Overall): 10.3 Inches (H) x 8.6 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.8 Pounds
Suggested Age: 10 Years
Number of Pages: 128
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Health & Daily Living
Series Title: Family Library
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Theme: Maturing
Format: Hardcover
Author: Robie H Harris
Language: English
Street Date: May 18, 2021
TCIN: 82847020
UPC: 9781536207200
Item Number (DPCI): 247-00-8648
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 1.8 pounds
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The 1-star reviews are a coordinated effort to lower the rating and dissuade people from buying it. Don’t be fooled - it’s a great book, and helps preteens and teens learn about their developing bodies.
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Erin - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
I get that it's an uncomfortable subject for a lot of parents, but I felt like this book covers things well and the book came in great condition (which I was a bit worried about with all the bad reviews). Maybe read it from a library first if you're worried that the content isn't right for you or your family, but it's nothing that isn't covered in comprehensive health classes.
10/10 would recommend
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Stop - 2 years ago
An age appropriate book for kids to learn about their bodies, and intimacy!
It is age appropriate
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Whatever - 2 years ago
Bodies change & it’s perfectly normal. It’s normal for preteeens in the age range of this book to be curious about their bodies and what’s happening. Some parents aren’t comfortable giving full details so a book can be helpful. This book is especially important for young people who have parents that refuse to tell them anything, this is important to self educate to prevent abuse. To know that those areas of your body are private. This isn’t for your 5 year old
Terrible book
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
LM - 2 years ago
Inappropriate book for kids.
Essential, appropriate education
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Carrie - 2 years ago
This book is a great tool to help protect children against abuse. It’s highly recommended by many child psychologists and experts. It’s been a fantastic tool in our women’s snd children’s center where we help victims of abuse become empowered and heal.
Straight to the point book!
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Rina - 2 years ago
(Dont get me wrong I was a bit taken back by the book, but then I realized....) Got this book for my 10 year old 14 years ago when she had started menstration early. She is now 22 and still a virgin. As parents if you dont educate your children early on and be blunt and honest they will find other ways "behind" your back to "explore" and figure things out amongst their friends. You dont want to go that route stop sugar coating, it is what it is!
Education is key
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Experienced mother - 3 years ago
So many kids have low self esteem because they simply don’t understand their bodies. Books like these can help save preteens from the destructive messages from the media about how bodies are supposed to look, and how people are supposed to act, supposed to feel. For anyone saying it’s inappropriate because of the educational images, I have one question. Does your child have access to the internet? Preteens are curious about these topics and will go looking for answers from sources that aren’t made for kids. Be smart. Educate them.
Graphic photos not age-appropriate
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Bookzlvr - 3 years ago
NOT age appropriate !! Graphic photos.
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Chefmelli - 3 years ago
Extremely Inappropriate
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Lisa - 4 years ago
Positive, accurate education is super important for kids. This book is a really helpful tool for me to teach my kids without discomfort or shame or any negative feelings.