Teaching 5-7 Year Olds About Their Body
When I began writing books about puberty for kids, I wrote my first book for young teens. I didn’t publish it because I realized that I should start at a younger age.
After much research and testing with kids and parents, I concluded that 5-7 years old is the most receptive age to teach them about their reproductive structures. Young girls are usually not embarrassed as you talk about ovaries and a uterus. Little boys are fascinated by the response of the testicles to different temperatures and many have noticed the changes in themselves.
My research was correct! Parents love the first two books in my series, I’m a Girl, Special Me and I’m a Boy, Special Me, both written for 5-7 year olds.
Recently, I was reminded of my enthusiasm for this age group when I taught two different kindergarten classes about their bones. Using plastic models to demonstrate their anatomy, the kids and I had a great time!
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