where can I find a book to mildly talk to my 9 year old child about sex and puberty properly?

Answer 1

Go to Barnes and Noble they have a lot of books on this by age group. Get a book called Where do Babies come from (good starter book). It explains everything in child terms and it is wonderful. Puberty is something that you can talk about before you read the book (such as body changes, hair, acne, hormones, etc). I read the book to my 8 year old son, handed it to him and told him I was going to step outside for a minute and we would go over any questions he had. Be prepared...I had questions from him I didn't expect to have to answer. If they are old enough to ask..they are old enough to know.

Answer 2

I have read two good books for that, "Questions Young People Ask—Answers That Work" and "Learn from the Great Teacher."

The first one is mainly for teens and has 39 chapters that answer many questions, such as: How can I cope with peer pressure? Should I quit school? How can I say no to premarital sex? Why say no to drugs? 320 pages.

The second one is mainly for pre-teens and has 48 chapters. It is designed for the parent and child to read the information together. Here's an example of that publication. In chapter 10, it asks, "What do you know about sex relations? - Sex relations are when a man and a woman become close in a very special way. Afterward a baby can grow inside the mother..." Chapter 32 aims at educating a child so that they are protected from a sexual preditor.

I have both of these books, have read them to my children, and highly recomend them.

For more information, see: http://www.watchtower.org/publications/publications_available.htm

Answer 3

Funny you should ask...

I found the book from American Girls "The Care and Keeping of You" to be really good for my 9 year old daughter..

And now my son has started to ask questions and I started to look for something similar to that book for boys. I found Puberty Boys on Amazon - but that seems like it is for an older boys
( my son is 8)goes a bit further than I care to go at this point.

"Lintball Leo's not so stupid questions about your body - just for boys" seems to fit the bill for my little guy. It just arrived in the mail this afternoon.

Answer 4

Wow, you know what? I didn't use a book... I used my experience. Kid's do not want all of that technical stuff. I have been talking to my girls, and my youngest is 8 for the last 4 years and have been telling them what is what. This is why. What could go wrong. What boys will tell them to try to coherse them into sex. This stuff is real life and not some stuff Dr. Sally Whatever 1,2,3 step to informing your children. They need to know real information and real consequences about sexuality, what you believe spiritually, and how they can deal with it. You can't find that in a book.

Answer 5

Check on Amazon .com.
They have an incredible collection of books available. I remember finding a book about girls and their bodies. Maybe that's a good way to start. Kudos to you for approaching the subject in an intelligent manner! We need more parents like you in this world.
Good Luck!!

Answer 6

Librarians truly are fantastic people. If your local library has a special childrens section ask the person who works there. Guarenteed she'll know exactly what direction to point you in. This is probably the most often asked Q from parents.

Answer 7

I recently bought a book at Borders. It's not graphic but it gives just the right amount of info. There was so many different ones to choose from. Try there.

Answer 8

Wait a second. Don't you think 9 is young? Why are these people saying you are a little late??? She is a kid. I think it's too early.

In defense of Dr. Phil - his children seem to have been raised very well and are growing up to be successful. Don't knock it. Him and his wife must be doing something right.

Answer 9

For girls, I strongly recommend "The Care and Keeping of You" by American Girl. It is simple, straightforward, and the use of cartoon illustrations instead of graphic photos is helpful. It covers everything from how to shave, good hygiene, healthy eating, menstruation, tampon use, etc. I gave each of my daughters a copy when they turned 8 and they both still refer to it when they have a question they don't want to bring to me. It is great for opening a dialogue, and the format of the book doesn't make young girls feel intimidated: Each topic is covered by a series of letters from young girls asking questions, followed by simple, honest answers.

As for boys...I'm at a loss. No sons. Best of luck.

Answer 10

just be upfront about it. The child will know at some time. Anyways, kids will find out about sex somewhere, so its best that you tell your child first.