Books
Many of these books can be ordered from the public library. Most of the books are available for sale from amazon.ca by clicking the title of the book. Options for Sexual Health receives a commission from any books you purchase after clicking the link*... it's a great way to give without spending more!
Brill, Stephanie. The Transgender Child: A Handbook for Families and Professionals
This comprehensive first-of-its-kind guidebook explores the unique challenges that thousands of families face every day raising their transgender or gender variant children. Through extensive research and interviews, as well as years of experience working in the field, the authors cover gender variance from birth through college. Available July 2008.
Hickling, Meg. The New Speaking of Sex: What Your Children Need to Know and When They Need to Know It
Jackson, Luke. Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome: A User Guide to Adolescence.
Neufeld, Gordon and Mate, Gabor. Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Matter
Roffman, Deborah M. But How'd I Get in There in the First Place?": Talking to Your Young Child about Sex
Roffman, Debra. Sex and Sensibility: The Thinking Parent's Guide to Talking Sense about Sex
Downloadable PDFs
Facts and Myths about Anti-Homophobia Education
Talks about what educators are required to teach in class about sexual orientation and gender identity in the classroom.
Making Schools Safer for Everyone
A Handout from Vancouver School Board about bullying and discrimination in schools. Covers homophobia and racism. Available in multiple languages:
Questions and Answers for Parents and Family Members of Gay and Lesbian Youth
Informative booklet covering most common issues for families of gay youth. Published by Vancouver School Board.
Websites
The National Campaign To Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy
Tips, help, and resources for parents to help their children avoid teen pregnancy.
Sexualityandu.ca
Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists runs this information site for parents, offering tips on communication, living with teens, and sexual and reproductive heatlh. Including:
Teaching Sexual Health
Resources and tips for parents on teaching sexual health to their children.
Canadian Health Network
Health Canada and the Canadian Federation for Sexual Health team up to offer tips and resources for parents.
PFLAG Canada
PFLAG, Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays, offers support and information for parents on sexual orientation and gender identity, through this web site.
Sexual Health Education in the Schools: Questions & Answers
Produced by the Sex Information and Education Council of Canada (SIECCAN), this document provides answers to the most common questions that parents might ask about sexual health education in schools.
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