Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty: Insights from a nationally recognized health education expert

by Lori A Reichel

Overview

2018 B.R.A.G. MEDALLION HONOREE 2018 WISHING SHELF AWARD FINALIST

Imagine you are a nine-year-old child. You are growing hair in new places, feel weird, and notice your friends are beginning to smell. You have lots of questions about these occurrences and wish to have a trusted resource that can provide simple and honest answers.

Now, imagine being an adult and a child starts asking you questions about these experiences. Do you know what to say? Do you know how to provide age-appropriate answers? Do you know how to start a conversation on the topic?

Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty provides simple answers to basic questions people of all ages wonder about, as well as recommendations for how to have conversations. In addition, the "Puberty Chit Chat" Discussion Cards are enclosed to help children and adults begin conversations in a fun, interactive manner.

*Written by a National and New York State Health Educator of the Year.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781732032910
Publisher:	Super Health Crusader
Publication date:	05/07/2018
Edition description:	2nd Second Due to New Title and Reformatting ed.
Pages:	180
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.41(d)

About the Author

Lori A. Reichel is a fun and innovative health educator with over 25 years teaching experience. A recipient of national and NY Health Education awards, her mission is to strengthen the wellness skills of children and to help adults raise healthy children. Lori's current projects include the Puberty Prof Podcast and the TALK Puberty app.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Ten Useful Tips for Having Puberty Talks

Basic “How to” Skills Children Need to Learn

General Puberty Questions

• The Basics
• What’s that Smell? (Body Odor)
• Hairy Situations (Hair Growth)
• One Zit, Two Zits, Three Zits, Pop? No! (Acne)
• From Happy to Sad in Three Seconds (Feelings about and during Puberty)
• Other Curious Questions

Questions about Girls

• Growth Spurts
• Budding into Breasts
• Hairy Concerns for Girls

• What’s What in the Female Reproductive System?
• Ovaries, Eggs, and Ovulation, Oh My!
• What is Discharge?
• Your Monthly Visitor (Periods)
• Ready, Set, Go! Being Prepared for Your Period in Different Situations
• Long or Short? Maxi or Mini? With or Without Wings? So Many Choices with Pads
• “You Put It Where?” and Other Questions about Tampons
• Other Menstrual Products
• Other Curious Questions about Girls

Questions about Boys

• Growth Spurts
• Do, Re, Mi, Fa, So, Laaaaaaaaaa! (Voice Changes)
• Hairy Concerns for Boys

• What’s What in the Male Reproductive System?
• How’s it Hanging? Down and to the Left (Testicles and the Scrotum)
• The Penis- The Long and Short of It
• Is There Something in Your Pocket or Are You Just Going Through Puberty? (Erections)
• Sailors and Their Little Swimmers (Semen and Sperm)
• “Did I Just Wet My Bed?” and Other Questions about Ejaculations
• Other Curious Questions about Boys

Questions about Pregnancy & Babies

• How a Baby is Made
• Experiences of Pregnant Females
• Pregnancy and Youth
• How a Baby is Born
• Babies
• Twins and Triplets
• There are Many Types of Families
• Other Curious Questions about Pregnancy

Other Questions Commonly Asked During Puberty Talks

• Basic Questions about Sexual Activities
• Legalities Pertaining to Sexual Behaviors including Unwanted Behaviors
• Decision Making and Peer Pressure
• Terminology for Sexual Identity
• Birth Control
• Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Seriousness about Sex

Common Questions from Parents

Conclusion

Resources

About the Author

Index

"Puberty Chit Chat Cards"

Editorial Reviews

"Thoughtfully written and universally accessible, this is a bible for adults and children who want to understand puberty. Highly recommended!" - A Wishing Shelf Book Review (5 stars)

"Finally, a book that answers the questions adults are too hesitant to ask." - Susie Roedl, parent and grandparent

"This book is geared for parents, however, I would argue that young people will benefit from reading this book on their own as well. The questions presented are actual questions from young people which makes the book ideal for parents and educators to use as conversation starters with kids." - Kim T. Cook, Author of Teen World Confidential(Mom's Choice Award Recipient)

"An easy 'MUST-READ' for anyone who really wants to know!" by Anonymous

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