Amazing You book by Gail Saltz
Short Summary
Amazing You by Gail Saltz is a gentle, age-appropriate introduction to bodies, private parts, and reproduction for young children. It explains the differences between boys’ and girls’ bodies, touches on masturbation, and gives a simple overview of how babies are made in a way that feels safe and reassuring for early readers and curious kids.
Age Group
Suitable for children aged 4 to 8 years.
Topics Discussed
Masturbation | Recommended | Sex Education | Where Babies Come From
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What this book is about
- Amazing You is an early sex education book written for young children who are starting to ask questions about their bodies and where babies come from.
- It begins by acknowledging that some body parts are private and kept under clothes or underwear, and that these parts belong to each of us.
- The book recognises that many families use nicknames for genitals, which helps children feel comfortable, while also introducing the correct anatomical names for private body parts.
- It includes simple illustrations of internal reproductive anatomy for boys and girls, though it avoids showing the external vulva.
- One of the standout features is that it briefly mentions masturbation – something rarely included in books for this age group – and frames it as a normal behaviour. Parents can build on this by reminding kids about private places and washing hands after touching their genitals.
- The book also touches on body changes and growing up, setting the stage for later discussions about puberty.
- The reproduction explanation is straightforward and child-friendly: a man’s sperm and a woman’s egg join, the baby grows in the uterus for nine months, and then is born through the vagina. Caesarean birth isn’t covered, so parents may want to add that in if it’s part of their family story.
- The tone is warm, informative, and simple – ideal for young children who want honest answers without too much detail.
- Amazing You is a great introductory resource for families wanting to normalise early conversations about bodies and sexuality in a positive, non-awkward way.
I hope you find this book review helpful!
Happy talking!
❤️ Cath