Best sex ed books for parents

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Here you will find a list of my favourite sex ed books for parents that will help you with getting started with sex ed. Books are a fantastic resource for parents wanting to start sex education, as they are usually a one-stop shop.

You will find a wide range of books on sex education for parents on this list. Some of the books will talk about sex education in general. Whereas others are more specific and may talk about a particular aspect, like puberty or adolescence. You will also find cards that help with talking and even an app. These sex education resources cover a range of different topics that are relevant to sex education.

All of these sex education books for parents are what I call ‘good resources’ and are ones that I have enjoyed and used myself.

If you’re looking for a book on a different topic, look at my main list of sex education books for children. It includes over 40+ topics!

You’ll also find more information about sex education on my Sex Education 101 page.

Not sure what to teach about sex ed at this age?

This printable checklist shows you the priority topics for this age, simple scripts to try, reassurance for common worries, and the next step to take.

Parent book’s about sex education

You’ll find all the individual books about sex ed for parents. All of the books on this topic are currently showing.

NOTE: Before passing any book to your child or reading it with them, you should read it yourself first. I might think it is a great book for a certain age child or that the information is valuable, but you may disagree. Try to choose books that reflect your values and the messages you want your child to receive.

  • cover of Parenting Teenage Girls In The Age Of A New Normal by Michelle Mitchell

    Parenting Teenage Girls In The Age Of A New Normal by Michelle Mitchell

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  • screenshot of Before You Have Sex Discussion Cards by Lori Ann Reichel

    Before You Have Sex Discussion Cards by Lori Ann Reichel

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  • cover of Sexuality and Relationship Education for Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders by Davida Hartman

    Sexuality and Relationship Education for Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders by Davida Hartman

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  • screenshot of Puberty Chit Chat Cards by Lori Ann Reichel

    Puberty Chit Chat Cards by Lori Ann Reichel

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  • cover of Before She Gets her Period by Jessica B. Gillooly

    Before She Gets her Period by Jessica B. Gillooly

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  • cover of Start Talking: A Girl's Guide for You and Your Mom About Health, Sex & Whatever by Mary Jo Rapini and Janine Sherman

    Start Talking: A Girl’s Guide for You and Your Mom About Health, Sex & Whatever by Mary Jo Rapini and Janine Sherman

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  • cover of this is a book for parents of gay kids

    This is a Book for Parents of Gay Kids by Danielle Owen-Reid & Kristin Russo

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  • Essential Little Talks by Michael Gene

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  • cover of rethinking sex ed by doug hammack

    Rethinking Sex Ed: The Wisdom of Religion… Without the Crazy by Dr Doug Hammack

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  • cover of How to talk with your kids about porn by Dr Jane Cherrington

    How to talk with your kids about porn by Dr Jane Cherrington

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  • cover of Sex Ed for the Stroller Set by Laura Hancock and Karen Rayne

    Sex Ed for the Stroller Set by Laura Hancock and Karen Rayne

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  • cover of The organ education forgot A little book about the clitoris by Jane Cherrington

    The organ education forgot. A little book about the clitoris by Jane Cherrington

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Find practical tools to educate kids about sex education in the Sex Ed Shop

These are some of the many sex ed books for parents that have been written. As I find more, I will add them to this list. They are all really good books that kids can read to find reliable and accurate information about love, sex and relationships. Plus they will help prepare you too!

Oh, and please do let me know if you know of a book to be added to this list!

Happy reading!
❤️ Cath

Not sure what to teach about sex ed at this age?

This printable checklist shows you the priority topics for this age, simple scripts to try, reassurance for common worries, and the next step to take.