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What's the Big Secret?: Talking about Sex with Girls and Boys (Paperback)

~ (Author), (Illustrator) "From the moment your life begins, you are either a boy or a girl..." (more)
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Using straight text as well as cartoons including dialogue balloons, this "chatty yet frank" book, according to PW, "will put young readers--and their parents--totally at ease." Ages 4-8. (Apr.)
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From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 3?How can you tell a boy from a girl? What are the proper terms for genitalia? How do you make a baby? Where does a belly button come from? The Browns answer these and similar questions in an honest, but superficial way that will satisfy some youngsters, but leave others with many questions unanswered. Overly detailed for younger children and too incomplete for those nearing puberty, this information will be most useful as a bridge between books meant for preschoolers describing birth and those that tackle the process of maturation, sexuality, and the responsibilities and choices that come with growing up. The illustrations are excellent: colorful and cartoonlike, yet clear in their representation of human anatomy in both internal and external views. The layout and cover design will attract youngsters and their familiarity with this author/illustrator team will also add to its appeal. The greatest value of this work, however, will be in promoting dialogue between caregivers and children, especially if they read it together, but adults should be prepared to field many ancillary questions not covered in the text.?Melissa Gross, Beverly Hills Public Library, CA
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (April 1, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0316101834
  • ISBN-13: 978-0316101837
  • Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.3 x 0.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #5,379 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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85 of 89 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book but not really for kids under 7...., June 17, 2003
Last summer I read this book to my then just turned 7 & just turned 4 yr old and the youngest was completely clueless as to what I trying to get across. The oldest understood somewhat, wasn't all that interested, but still managed to let a few giggles out. She took the book and read it herself. When I later asked her if she had any questions for me, she had none but commented that it was "embarrassing". The book was put away to age a little longer....
Earlier this week I re-read the book to both of them, now almost 5 and almost 8. The 5 yr old is still clueless and bored with all of it. The 8 yr old seemed a bit more interested and less embarrassed. She took the book and again read it to herself and asked a few "why" questions but nothing I couldn't handle.
In my opinion, this book is great for 7 - 10 yr olds (1st - 3rd grade), not the pre-school - grade 3 that it is catagorized. Enough for 7 - 10 yr olds to comprehend and enough for this age to know. Not overwhelming in technical terms or detail nor is it written in baby terms. I agree with a previous reviewer. When the teen years arrive, more information, terms & detail will need to be divulged but for this pre-teen age. For pre-teens, this book is perfect.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good, September 3, 2003
By Terri (Bowling Green Oh USA) - See all my reviews
I read this with my 8 year old daughter. She loved the book, and understood the information without being embarrassed. I really liked how it explained the differences between good, loving touches; and bad, uncomfortable touches. I would say this book is best for children over the age of 6. It may be too advanced for the younger ones.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT for my young step-daughter, January 15, 2004
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I bought this book for my 6 year old step-daughter. She's started asking questions about what a boy looks like and why I won't be having a baby with her daddy (she thinks it just happens because you get married). The pictures in this book are just right for a 6 year old, and there isn't too much information. It certainly settled her "need to know" crisis, and The "I'll show you mine if you show me yours" incident on the playground that I had a nightmare about.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
My family loves this book. I bought it when my then 5 year old began to ask questions.
I wanted to be sure that I was not over or under informing her. Read more
Published 1 month ago by J. Donato

5.0 out of 5 stars great for sex. education
this book is perfect to give to a child (8-12yrs.) when they ask the question about sex. I have it at the ready for my son. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Barbara Williams

5.0 out of 5 stars Birds + Bees + Kids Pick!
A great book for kids 5 and under, it covers the basic information kids need to know about how babies are made, okay/not okay touches and families. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Amy Lang

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
We purchased this book to read with our 10 1/2 year old. It's a very age appropriate book and a great introduction to the "birds and the bees". Read more
Published 17 months ago by Wiliam Teele

1.0 out of 5 stars to much info
I bought this book to explain sex to my 10 year old daughter. I read it first then hide it fast! I didn't let my daughter read it. Read more
Published 18 months ago by T. S. Cope

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for explaining body changes to younger children
This is a keeper and will be on our shelf for a long time. It's wonderful to see Marc Brown's familiar illustration style and Laurie Krasny's clear explanations of the mysteries... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Kathyl

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book- gave to my 8 year old son
I had my son to read this book- I read thru it first, and then I gave it to him to read on his own. When he was finished, I asked if he had any questions, and opened the room for... Read more
Published 20 months ago by PTBIRD

4.0 out of 5 stars Nicely done
WtBS handles a sensitive subject, well, sensitively. The book provides just enough detail about the mechanism of making a baby without being overwhelming for young ones. Read more
Published 20 months ago by L. Petersen

4.0 out of 5 stars Not a secret any more
We have 2 kids (girl and boy), ages 8 and 10. The book was good for both of them. Some laughs and giggles but the message got across to them both. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Terrance G. Kirkness

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Cool!
It's amazing that there are so many private stuff in this books. I think children should know about sex at a young age because it will happen to them when they get older, like age... Read more
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