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Jul 11, 2017 Amazing rated it it was amazing

An excellent book. Cute pictures suitable for younger children, all the facts, for preteens.
I liked the no nonsense anatomy, and I really liked how it went beyond sex, through pregnancy and birth and babies.
My children are 7yrs (girl) and 10yrs (boy). There were giggles at the beginning, awe in the middle and interest at the end. I think it answers a lot of questions in a straight forward way (much better than "where did I come from"). In an age of media, this book tells it like it is, in a ligh An excellent book. Cute pictures suitable for younger children, all the facts, for preteens.
I liked the no nonsense anatomy, and I really liked how it went beyond sex, through pregnancy and birth and babies.
My children are 7yrs (girl) and 10yrs (boy). There were giggles at the beginning, awe in the middle and interest at the end. I think it answers a lot of questions in a straight forward way (much better than "where did I come from"). In an age of media, this book tells it like it is, in a light hearted and very appropriate way. ...more

Apr 28, 2018 Andrew rated it did not like it

YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!? I spotted a post on FB regarding someone's post on Twitter about this book, and I couldn't believe my eyes; so I just had to look into it to see if actually existed, or if someone was pulling a huge prank. Sadly, it's real.

Suffice it to say that this is a book that is aiming to teach children, who haven't even started puberty - mind you - about sexual intercourse. I reiterate: YOU HA E GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!?

There are OBVIOUSLY things you MUST explain to your kids

YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!? I spotted a post on FB regarding someone's post on Twitter about this book, and I couldn't believe my eyes; so I just had to look into it to see if actually existed, or if someone was pulling a huge prank. Sadly, it's real.

Suffice it to say that this is a book that is aiming to teach children, who haven't even started puberty - mind you - about sexual intercourse. I reiterate: YOU HA E GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!?

There are OBVIOUSLY things you MUST explain to your kids regarding the changes that will be/are happening in their bodies BUT to completely explain how to have sexual intercourse to a 5 or 6 year old???? Or God forbid, younger??? I went through Health class in middle school, and high school, but NEVER at the time that I was the age for which this book is written was it explained to me how to have sex.

Naturally, I am horrified. Some may say that it's all about which culture you live in, or "how much of a prude you are;" but whatever you wanna call it, this book will definitely NOT be coming into mine and my fiancé's home after we're married and are having kids. There's a time and a place for telling your kids about sex. The target audience for this book are not at that right time and place.

Personally, I find this book very inappropriate for little children.

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Jun 11, 2018 Emi Yoshida rated it it was amazing

Comprehensive, straight-forward, little modern compendium of the facts of life by Australian journalist Fiona Katauskas recommended to children 6-9. Covers it all in a very normalizing manner: the clear message being that everybody (animals, all over the world, at different ages, same sex partners) makes babies (via intercourse and IVF, multiple babies and premature babies). Illustrations show baby's development and the birth process, both vaginal and caesarean; and also explain how the body cha Comprehensive, straight-forward, little modern compendium of the facts of life by Australian journalist Fiona Katauskas recommended to children 6-9. Covers it all in a very normalizing manner: the clear message being that everybody (animals, all over the world, at different ages, same sex partners) makes babies (via intercourse and IVF, multiple babies and premature babies). Illustrations show baby's development and the birth process, both vaginal and caesarean; and also explain how the body changes through puberty and sexual development. ...more

Jul 31, 2016 Michelle rated it really liked it

(Short listed for the Children's Book Council of Australia awards 2016)
Great book for guided reading by parents or teachers.
From my point of view (Primary School library), I may not put it out for general access by the kids.... a couple of the pages may have a little too much illustrated information that might get commented on by some parents. Will handball that decision up the line.
Overall... the topic is well handled and a bonus for supporting THAT talk with the little ones. (Short listed for the Children's Book Council of Australia awards 2016)
Great book for guided reading by parents or teachers.
From my point of view (Primary School library), I may not put it out for general access by the kids.... a couple of the pages may have a little too much illustrated information that might get commented on by some parents. Will handball that decision up the line.
Overall... the topic is well handled and a bonus for supporting THAT talk with the little ones. ...more

Dec 23, 2020 Dave rated it it was amazing

I asked around what a good age was for kids to read a book like this, to basically start learning about the birds and the bees. There wasn't a lot of consistency of friends' (or online) advice, so I plunged right in. Jack (nearing 6) and Lily (3.5) might not have been ready to hear this, and I'm not sure I was ready to read it to them, but I'm so glad I did. We posed for a few shocked/embarrassed photos as I started reading, but really, my wife was the main one cringing/giggling/embarrassed. The I asked around what a good age was for kids to read a book like this, to basically start learning about the birds and the bees. There wasn't a lot of consistency of friends' (or online) advice, so I plunged right in. Jack (nearing 6) and Lily (3.5) might not have been ready to hear this, and I'm not sure I was ready to read it to them, but I'm so glad I did. We posed for a few shocked/embarrassed photos as I started reading, but really, my wife was the main one cringing/giggling/embarrassed. The kids took in all in their stride, and because the book is so perfectly conceived, paced, drawn and written, they stayed engaged throughout. Jack, especially, was curious and interested. The 'sex' page with the drawings that caused my wife so much embarrassment was fine, the kids amused but not embarrassed, and genuinely interested. The fact the that page is only part of an entire book about the wonder of procreation and birth is part of that. I read this book to the kids twice. The second time, of that 'sex' page, Jack showed his understanding by asking 'so did you and Mummy do that?' I responded, 'yes of course, that's why you are Lily were born?' and he responded then, 'so can you do it two more times?' ...more

'The go- to book for parents wanting help with that talk…
Shortlisted for the 2016 Children's Book Council Book of The Year Awards.
It's one of the most amazing stories ever told — and it's true!
Funny, frank and embarrassment-free, The Amazing Amazing True Story of How Babies Are Made gives a fresh take on the incredible tale of where we all come from.'
This book was fantastic.
If you are planning on getting this book for your child or a child in your life; you should read it first. It goes into a l 'The go- to book for parents wanting help with that talk…
Shortlisted for the 2016 Children's Book Council Book of The Year Awards.
It's one of the most amazing stories ever told — and it's true!
Funny, frank and embarrassment-free, The Amazing Amazing True Story of How Babies Are Made gives a fresh take on the incredible tale of where we all come from.'
This book was fantastic.
If you are planning on getting this book for your child or a child in your life; you should read it first. It goes into a lot of detail about puberty, anatomy, conception, pregnancy, and childbirth. Now if you have purchased this book you probably already know that but you may want to have a look through it before you show it to young readers in case there are parts of it you would prefer to skip, maybe depending on the age of your child.
Now as for the book itself, it is terrific. The information provided is factual and inclusive with an added layer of humour that lightens what could be an uncomfortable reading experience. As well as facts and information, this book is filled with amazing illustrations to help explain and entertain young readers.
Fiona Katauskas has done a fantastic job with this book. By using common sense and humour, she has delivered a book that is both sex-positive and inclusive. I don't have children but if I did this book would definitely be a go-to for me when the time came to have the talk with my kids.
This book does exactly what it says it is going to do in a fun, intelligent, and interesting way. Parents who want to have the talk with their children in a way that isn't difficult or embarrassing should definitely get themselves a copy of this book.

The Amazing True Story of How Babies Are Made by Fiona Katauskas is a must-have for all parents of young children.

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Sep 29, 2018 Tatum Damman rated it it was amazing

I think this book is worth buying and storing away for the day you need to discuss the birds and the bees. I've never read a book that covers ALL aspects of baby making and I don't mean the gross cover your ears don't talk about that Mum kind of aspects. Regardless of how your baby is made there is a place in this book for you. Covering natural conception, IVF, donor sperm and egg pregnancies and surrogacy it truly allows for all types of conceptions. This is a game changer for children not conc I think this book is worth buying and storing away for the day you need to discuss the birds and the bees. I've never read a book that covers ALL aspects of baby making and I don't mean the gross cover your ears don't talk about that Mum kind of aspects. Regardless of how your baby is made there is a place in this book for you. Covering natural conception, IVF, donor sperm and egg pregnancies and surrogacy it truly allows for all types of conceptions. This is a game changer for children not conceived the conventional way. With an IVF baby myself, it'll made it a lot easier in the future to explain things. ...more

The Amazing True Story Of How Babies Are Made by Fiona Katauskas.

This is a really great, age appropriate, book for explaining how babies are made to lower primary aged children. It uses correct terminology and addresses most aspects regarding making a baby and giving birth.

A few things to note, however, are the fact that it only refers to the gender binary and says 'boy' and 'girl' when referring to whether a baby is 'male' or 'female' and it only gives examples of M/F couples making a baby ie s

The Amazing True Story Of How Babies Are Made by Fiona Katauskas.

This is a really great, age appropriate, book for explaining how babies are made to lower primary aged children. It uses correct terminology and addresses most aspects regarding making a baby and giving birth.

A few things to note, however, are the fact that it only refers to the gender binary and says 'boy' and 'girl' when referring to whether a baby is 'male' or 'female' and it only gives examples of M/F couples making a baby ie sperm donation is mentioned but surrogacy isn't mentioned.

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Dec 26, 2019 Kanga_Rue rated it really liked it

I adore this book, and highly recommend it to parents of children of all ages. It discusses bodies, different ways pregnancy and birth can happen, and doesn't dumb it down for children, yet keeps it in age appropriate language.

I wish it included a page on periods if an egg isn't fertilised, but otherwise a great book (the only reason this isn't a 5🌟 review).

I first read this to Pickle when he was 5yo; now 8yo he has corrected adults misuse of vulva and vagina. The #sexpositive mummy is so happ

I adore this book, and highly recommend it to parents of children of all ages. It discusses bodies, different ways pregnancy and birth can happen, and doesn't dumb it down for children, yet keeps it in age appropriate language.

I wish it included a page on periods if an egg isn't fertilised, but otherwise a great book (the only reason this isn't a 5🌟 review).

I first read this to Pickle when he was 5yo; now 8yo he has corrected adults misuse of vulva and vagina. The #sexpositive mummy is so happy this book exists.

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I had to skip some pages, not one I'd leave out for general access. There were some good things, and I thought it explained gestation very well! But one page especially was pretty graphic for young children. I had to skip some pages, not one I'd leave out for general access. There were some good things, and I thought it explained gestation very well! But one page especially was pretty graphic for young children. ...more

Sep 29, 2019 Bella rated it it was amazing

Excellent, haven't read it to the kids yet but it's exactly what I am looking for to help answer their repetitive questions about how they got in my tummy, and to dispel some of the odd ideas they have about it. I love that sex is just one part of the book. Excellent, haven't read it to the kids yet but it's exactly what I am looking for to help answer their repetitive questions about how they got in my tummy, and to dispel some of the odd ideas they have about it. I love that sex is just one part of the book. ...more

Feb 14, 2020 Jodie Gale rated it it was amazing

Fantastic book. The kids were hilarious and giggled the whole way through. This is definitely one of the best books out there for kids and tweens to learn facts about their body, and the birds and the bees.

I found the 2 pages on sex a slight bit graphic but otherwise, good book with great illustrations and very thorough in explanation. I liked that the author included different ways of getting pregnant (IVF and Donor sperm) as well as both versions of birthing and breast/bottle.

Jul 04, 2019 Xx M rated it did not like it

Ummm.... I would rate this book zero because it has stuff no kid wants to see until they're adults. BUT I highly recommend you reading this book if you want to have a dirty mind.
Ummm.... I would rate this book zero because it has stuff no kid wants to see until they're adults. BUT I highly recommend you reading this book if you want to have a dirty mind.
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Read for uni, great resource but could've been a littleee more inclusive and diverse in its examples.

Jun 25, 2021 black willy rated it did not like it

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Great plot, But I think the story is a bit unrealistic.

Jul 08, 2021 Asiyah Neale rated it did not like it

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. How do you read a book on this website? Somebody help me!

Aug 20, 2016 Leah rated it liked it

I'm confused. This book was pretty well done and the illustrations were sweet. But who is it even FOR? What are level? It starts off like it's for a four-year-old but it runs through things at a pretty pre-teen level and I can't figure it out. I'm confused. This book was pretty well done and the illustrations were sweet. But who is it even FOR? What are level? It starts off like it's for a four-year-old but it runs through things at a pretty pre-teen level and I can't figure it out. ...more

Mar 04, 2019 Katie rated it it was amazing

Very cute. It's going to be a big help when I sit the kids down for the 🐦 and 🐝 talk.

The kids liked the book a lot. They thought parts were gross (they are 11 and 7 and don't like the mushy stuff) but liked how a lot of questions were answered. Thanks!

Very cute. It's going to be a big help when I sit the kids down for the 🐦 and 🐝 talk.

The kids liked the book a lot. They thought parts were gross (they are 11 and 7 and don't like the mushy stuff) but liked how a lot of questions were answered. Thanks!

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