Talk Sex Today: What Kids Need to Know and How Adults Can Teach Them

Not sure what -- or how much -- information to share with children and teens regarding sex and sexual health? Do you fear what they might ask? Or how to respond to their questions? Or whether you even know the answers yourself? Saleema Noon knows all about these fears and concerns. An expert in sexual health education and step-parent to two teenage daughters herself, she understands the challenges adults face when addressing sensitive topics with their kids. In this book Noon delivers an intelligent and sensible blend of current, inclusive, and practical information for children and teens -- and the adults who love them. Noon builds on the foundational work of iconic sexual health educator Meg Hickling and her best-selling Speaking of Sex books to offer adults a break-through guide on teaching body science. Together, with a combined 40 years of experience, Noon and Hickling broach a host of topics including: gender identity and stereotypes, sexual diversity, sexual consent, bullying and harassment, fostering healthy body image, internet safety, managing media influence, pornography, sexual decision-making, teaching sexual health to children and teens with special needs.Not afraid of controversy and firm in her belief that knowledge is power, Noons broadly inclusive approach shines with the affirmation that every person -- regardless of race, religion, age, ability, gender identity, gender expression and sexual attraction -- deserves respect and the information that will keep them safe. This is the ultimate guide to teaching children about sexual health and is ideal for educators and parents alike.

“Wow! This book surpassed all my expectationsSaleema has such a gift for delivering material many of us including myself find awkward in a humorous, accessible and thoughtful way. Covering everything from the scientific facts to gender identity to internet exposure and so much more. I truly believe this is the only book parents will ever need to educate themselves and their kids on sexual health. Cea, Sunrise person, bestselling author of North of Normal”

This book is teeming with valuable information about sexual health (or body science as the author calls it). The books lays out a general curriculum for appropriate information about sexuality for different ages. It includes sections on kids with special needs, managing the internet, sexualized violence and other important topics. Its an easy read and one that would be helpful for parents, teachers and others who wish to learn how to talk about sex with young people. -- Dr Farah Shroff, Faculty Member, Department of Family Practice and School of Population and Public Health at UBC

Meg Hickling is a retired nurse, is an award-winning educator who has been dispelling the myths and instilling the knowledge of sexual health in children and parents for over 25 years. Her ability to convey difficult and controversial material with sensitivity and warmth distinguishes her as a remarkable teacher and role model. Her vision and influence have earned her The Canadian Home and School Federations Health Award, The YWCA Woman of Distinction Award for Health Education, The RNABC Award of Excellence, The Distinguished Service to Families Award, and most notably The Order of British Columbia, and The Order of Canada.

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