It's Perfectly Normal

Harris, R. (2009). It’s perfectly normal. Boston, MA: Candlewick Press

Summary: This book is narrated by a quirky bird and worried bee approaching subjects in a relaxed and child friendly way. It discusses subjects like sexual orientation, sexual reproduction, pregnancy, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases and sexual abuse.
Commentary:The theme of this book has to do with puberty and problems that adolescents may come by during this time. This theme is very important for teenages because they need to be informed that what they are experiencing is normal and part of their development. It is delivered in a very relatable way without being condescending.
Connections: Teacher Resources, Book Trailer, Author Interview
Similar books: What's Happening to My Body? by Lynda Madaras; Deal With It: A Whole New Approach to Your Body, Brain and Life as a gURL by Esther Drill; What's Happening to Me? A guide to puberty by Peter Mayle
Textbook Connections: When I was reading It's Perfectly Normal, I felt that this book provided an excellent instruction manual for puberty and an adolescent's mental and physical development.