Birds and Bees by the Book by Patricia Weerakoon
Short Summary
Birds and Bees by the Book by Dr Patricia Weerakoon is a Christian-based series designed to help parents talk with children aged 7 to 10 about family, bodies, sex, gender, brains, and pornography. Each book offers simple explanations, gentle storytelling, and a strong emphasis on love, safety, and values. It’s a supportive starting point for families who want faith-aligned resources to guide these early conversations.
Age Group
Suitable for children aged 7 to 10 years.
Topics Discussed
Christian
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Buy a copy of Birds and Bees by the Book by Patricia Weerakoon from Christian bookstores and the author’s website.
What this book is about
- Birds and Bees by the Book is a series of six books written by Australian sexologist Dr Patricia Weerakoon and illustrated by Lisa Flanagan. Each book is designed for parents and children to read together, with a strong Christian worldview woven throughout.
- Me and My Family explores different family structures, how families are formed, and what it means to be loved and supported. It connects these ideas to belonging and God’s love.
- Me and My Body explains how bodies grow, how they’re designed, and why caring for and protecting them is important.
- Me and My Brain helps kids understand how the brain works, why choices matter, and how the things we watch and do can affect how we think and feel.
- Learning About Sex introduces the different meanings of the word “sex”, God’s purpose for sex, and how sex fits into relationships as children grow older.
- Learning About Gender talks about what it means to be a boy or a girl from a Christian perspective, with guidance for navigating confusing or mixed messages in the world around them.
- Learning About Pornography covers what porn is, why it’s harmful for children, and how to keep the brain safe when they accidentally come across sexual images.
- Each book includes a parent guide with tips on how to read and discuss the content, making it easier to weave your own values and beliefs into the conversation.
- While the series won’t suit every family, it’s a gentle and thoughtful starting point for Christian parents wanting clear, age-appropriate tools for talking about bodies, sex, and growing up.
I hope you find this book review helpful!
Happy talking!
❤️ Cath