As parents, we all know that navigating the world of sex education can be a bit overwhelming, especially when it comes to teenagers. But fear not, because I’m here to help you out! In this blog post, I’ve compiled a list of the best sex education books specifically tailored for 18 year old teenagers.
These books are designed to provide comprehensive and age-appropriate information about topics such as consent, safe sex practices, relationships, and sexual health. They aim to empower young adults with the knowledge they need to make informed choices and navigate this crucial phase of their lives.
So let’s dive in and explore these fantastic resources that will equip your teenagers with the tools they need for a healthy and confident approach to sexuality!
You can find more books in the main list of Sex Education Books for Children.
If you want to learn more about getting started with sex education for 18 year olds, then you should look at this age-specific sex education guide for eighteen year olds.
You’ll find more information about sex education in my Sex Education 101 page.
NOTE: Before passing any book to your child or reading the book with your child, 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. You need to choose books that reflect your values and the messages you want your child to receive.
Sex education books for teens aged 18 years
Below you’ll find all the individual books for 18 year olds about sex education. Just click the book that interests you to learn more.
First Year Out: A Transition Story by Sabrina Symington
Welcome to St. Hell. My trans teen misadventure by Lewis Hancox
It’s Totally Normal. An LGBTQIA+ Guide to Puberty, Sex and Gender by Monica Gupta Mehta and Asha Lily Mehta
Sex Ed: An Inclusive Teenage Guide to Sex and Relationships
Queerly Autistic by Erin Ekins
Every Body by Julia Rothman and Shaina Feinberg
Getting It. A guide to hot, healthy hookups and shamefree sex by Allison Moon
Boundaries Conversation Deck: What Would You Do? (Card Deck) by Faith G. Harper PhD
How to Be Ace A Memoir of Growing Up Asexual by Rebecca Burgess
Sex Plus: Learning, Loving, and Enjoying Your Body by Laci Green
Respect. Everything a Guy Needs to Know About Sex, Love and Consent by Inti Chavez Perez
Guide to Getting it On by Paul Joannides
The Pride Guide: A Guide to Sexual and Social Health for LGBTQ Youth by Jo Langford
The Sexual Trauma Workbook for Teen Girls
Can We Talk About Consent? by Justin Hancock
Let’s Talk Sex and Emotional Safety Workbook by Greer Alexandra
Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe
The Penis Book by Aaron Spitz
Bang!: Masturbation for People of All Genders and Abilities by Vic Liu
Heads Up by Teesha Morgan and Constance Lynn Hummel
The Joy of Sex by Alex Comfort
Trans+: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You by Kathryn Gonzales and Karen Rayne
A Celebration of Vulva Diversity by Hilde Atalanta
Making Sense of “it” by Alison Macklin
BISH Activity Book by Justin Hancock
What if? Answers to questions about what it means to be gay and lesbian by Eric Marcus
A Practical Guide to Sex by Meg-John Barker and Justin Hancock
Drawn to Sex: The Basics by Erika Moen & Matthew Nolan
Body Drama: Real Girls, Real Bodies, Real Issues, Real Answers by Nancy Amanda Redd
I’ve Got My Period. So What? by Clara Henry
Love, Sex and No Regrets by Elizabeth Clark
GIRL: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You by Karen Rayne
Sexpectations: Sex Stuff Straight Up by Craig Murray and Leissa Pitts
Sexual Decisions book by L. Kris Gowen
Doing It! by Hannah Witton
Loveability: An Empowered Girl’s Guide to Dating and Relationships by Dannielle Miller and Nina Funnell
Enjoy Sex: How, when and if you want to by Meg-John Barker & Justin Hancock
S.E.X. by Heather Corinna (Scarleteen)
Everything You Need To Know About Sexual Consent by Carla Mooney
For Foxes’ Sake: Everything a Fox Needs to Know About Sex by Row Murray
Sex & Lovers: A Practical Guide by Ann-Marlene Henning & Tina Bremer-Olszewski
The V-Word book. True Stories about First-Time Sex by Amber J. Keyser
Dating and Sex by Andrew P. Smiler
Dating Smarts: What Every Teen Needs to Know to Date, Relate or Wait! by Amy Lang
Sex And Other Stuff : The A to Z Of Everything You Need To Know by Annie Rose
Take It as a Compliment book by Maria Stoian
These are some of the many sex education books for eighteen year olds that have been written. As I find more, I will add them to this list. They are all really good books that teens can read to find reliable and accurate information about love, sex and relationships.
Happy reading!