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the new. Learning about Sex. …a series of 7 age-appropriate books on human sexuality from Concordia Publishing House. the new. Learning About Sex Series. Concordia Publishing House has been a recognized leader in sex-education for more than 30 years.
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the new Learning about Sex …a series of 7 age-appropriate books on human sexuality from Concordia Publishing House.
the new Learning About Sex Series • Concordia Publishing House has been a recognized leader in sex-education for more than 30 years. • These materials provide developmentally appropriate information; behaviors are presented as a Holy Spirit-driven response to all that God has done for us through Christ Jesus. • Each book has been written and updated by field experts to help you present accurate information you can trust.
the new Sex Education … why? • Popular media is full of sexual themes incongruent with the teachings of God’s Word. Many messages about sexuality reflect more about godlessness than godliness. • God uniquely created the different sexes. • As children grow, they need to know why God created sex and how He intends for us to use it. • Gospel centered approaches to teaching about human sexuality must emphasize the “why” in addition to the “what” about appropriate attitudes and behaviors.
the new The Christian congregation can assist parents by... • Supporting and encouraging parents to talk to their child about sex. • Providing and upholding positive role models as God has given us to recognize and understand them through His Holy Word. • Assisting the home by providing practical sex instruction for children at various age levels.
the new Why Is Sex Education the Responsibility of Christian Parents? • The right view of sex grows out of a right view of life, which is set by the “tone” of the Christian home. • Wholesome relationships between the sexes come about through healthy family relationships. • As a child’s primary teachers, parents want their children to be properly and accurately informed and to develop appropriate attitudes about sex.
the new How do Learning About Sexmaterials help parents? • Each book helps children understand that their sexuality is a gift from God to be used responsibly. • The series provides up-to-date, medically-correct information, explaining the physiological and socio-psychological aspects of sex. • Age-appropriate language and graphics throughout the series ensures that your child is not getting too much or too little information. • The series can be used alone or in conjunction with curriculum taught in Christian or public schools.
the new Why Boys and Girls Are Different (Ages 3-5) • God created people; He loves us all. • God made males and females. • Because God loves us, He gives us families so that we may share His love with others. • The church is an extension of our family. • Note-to-parents section includes subjects to discuss with children at this age, including warning children about possibilities of abuse.
the new Where Do Babies Come From?(Ages 6-8) • God designed for people to live in families. • When they are grown, boys can be fathers and girls can be mothers. • God’s plan is for a man and a woman to have children after they marry. • Because God loves both boys and girls, about the same number of each are born each year.
the new How You Are Changing(Ages 8-11) • Each individual is wonderfully made by almighty God. • God creates new life using the bodies of men and women, which He designed for that purpose. • Each life is special to God, beginning at conception. • According to God’s plan, boys and girls experience a time of change called adolescence. • God forgives us in Christ Jesus; He helps us to honor Him with our sexuality.
the new Sex and the New You(Ages 11-14) • A believer’s body is a temple of the Holy Spirit. • Adolescence is a time of change; boys become men and girls become women. • Sexuality is a great gift from God to be used in obedience to Him. • As God has made us His forgiven children in Christ Jesus, He empowers us to serve Him in all our relationships. • Questions and word definitions help provide information for the growing child of God.
the new Love, Sex, and God(Ages 14-Young Adult) • Provides information on the social-psychological and physiological aspects of sexuality. • Presents sex as a gift from God to be used responsibly. • Addresses issues regarding dating, love, and marriage. • Question and answer format used to answer a host of questions relating to human sexuality.
the new How to Talk Confidently with Your Child About Sex • Find the right words to ensure that your children have a Christ-centered understanding of sex. • Focuses on parent responsibilities. • Provides helps for dealing with specific questions and issues. • Includes word list, diagrams, and index.
the new Human Sexuality(for Adults) • Comprehensive book on sexuality and human anatomy for adults. • Includes a 25-item assessment titled “How Much Do You Really Know About Sex?” • Includes detailed glossary.