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""Finally, a factually fascinating, completely charming book about one particular body part that deserves normalized scientific conversation."" -]-Dr. Cara Natterson, New York Times Bestselling Author of Guy Stuff and The Care and Keeping of You The P Word: A Manual for Mammals shares everything your kids want to know about the penis, but are too afraid to ask. This book was created to help pre-puberty kids who have a penis understand why they have one, the way their penis keeps their body healthy, and what they can expect as they get older and closer to puberty starting. As the definitive resource about the penis for kids, The P Word provides the tools kids need to recognize and name their body parts, understand when something might be wrong, and practice good hygiene. An animal expert, author Dr. David L. Hu includes fascinating mammal facts and comparisons to help kids understand that the penis is a natural, normal, and wildly diverse body part. By including fun and fascinating content about mammals, the conversations (and illustrations) become light-hearted and fun! The best thing about The P Word? You can give it to your child for them to read at their own pace. It's formatted to include the questions kids ask, uses language that doesn't single kids out, and includes mammals to discuss the penis from a biological perspective, rather than addressing gender or using exclusive terminology.

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Reviews

""A delightfully candid book! The P Word guides kids and their parents to a healthier understanding of their bodies.""--Nicholas M. Caruso, Ph.D., New York Times Bestselling Coauthor of Does It Fart? ""A unique and fascinating book! Parents will learn along with their children as they read this wonderfully informative book together. The fun facts about varied mammals'--and particularly humans'--urinary and reproductive organs are engaging and extremely well presented.""--A. Heather He. Halperin, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., Retired Faculty, USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work ""As a pediatric urologist, I see many families whose children are having issues with their urinary tract system or reproductive organs. Educating them about how their bodies work and how to keep them healthy is always the first step, especially when going number one is the number one priority! David L. Hu does a marvelous job of presenting sensitive information with accuracy and a sense of humor.""--David I. Chu, M.D., M.S.C.E., Pediatric Urology ""As a pediatrician, I know the importance of sharing accurate and appropriate resources with my patients and their families. Kids will enjoy learning about the 'p word' at a level they can understand. I highly recommend this refreshingly honest and engaging book!""--Jennifer A.F. Tender, M.D., Pediatrician ""As a psychiatrist and emergency room physician, I thought I knew the human body well... that was until I read David L. Hu's original and highly accessible book. Hu has managed the near-impossible: creating a family-friendly picture book that engages and informs audiences of all ages. The P Word is the definitive introduction to the penis that is both scientifically precise and delightfully entertaining!""--Jacob M. Appel, M.D., Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine ""Brilliant! My 9-year-old boy was fascinated and I even learned a thing or two as well. The colorful and tasteful illustrations are excellent. The presentation of the material is age-appropriate and the topics covered (e.g. anatomy, peeing in outer space, marking your territory, etc.) are cleverly organized.""--Academics' Choice Awards Reviewer ""Finally, a factually fascinating, completely charming book about one particular body part that deserves normalized scientific conversation.""--Cara Natterson, M.D., New York Times Bestselling Author of Guy Stuff and The Care and Keeping of You ""I love that a scientist who happens to be a man of color wrote The P Word! We really need more children's books written by BIPOC people. I think the factual information is terrific and really gives a lot of useful insights/advice.""--Ernesto Q., Parent ""If human anatomy is a taboo topic in your household, this terrific little book will change your life for the better. Delightfully written and perfectly illustrated, it explains everything you always wanted to know about the penis but were afraid to ask. Scientifically sound, it also provides lots of good information about other mammals. The P Word should be required reading for all 10-year-olds and many adults!""--Don E. Wilson, Ph.D., Curator Emeritus of Mammals, National Museum of Natural History ""Many parents sidestep and dodge 'the p word' conversation with their growing children. However, as kids explore their anatomy and try to understand the changes that are beginning to occur, they need a reliable guide to clarify the mysteries of the body. Professor David L. Hu is a world-renowned biomechanist who is not afraid to examine what some consider too icky to talk about. This candid book answers any questions kids may have about their penis--without them even having to ask!""--Frank E. Fish, Ph.D., Recipient, 2022 Ig Nobel Prize in Physics, Professor of Biology, West Chester University ""Some body parts confuse people. Some amuse people. Professor David L. Hu, a great scientist, makes this book about a world famous body part both fun and informative. The P Word is sure to un-confuse and amuse you!""--Marc Abrahams, Founder, The Ig Nobel Prizes and Editor and Co-founder, Annals of Improbable Research ""The P Word is a delightful book that presents scientific information about the penis in age-appropriate, accessible, and inclusive language. The book's light-hearted and matter-of-fact tone is sure to help break taboos in talking about bodies and will help young people learn to take care of themselves as they grow and develop.""--Nicole Cushman, M.P.H., Sexual Health Educator ""The P Word is a delightful book. It will go far in helping kids understand how their bodies work. Sensitively written, funny, and informative, this book will inspire kids--before, during, and after puberty--to be comfortable in their own skin!""--John Santelli, M.D., M.P.H., Columbia University ""The P Word should be required reading for all 10-year-olds and many adults!""--Don E. Wilson, Ph.D., Curator Emeritus of Mammals, National Museum of Natural History ""This immensely informative book delves into the topic of the penis--what it is, how it works, and how to keep it healthy. Though a science book at heart, the author presents the material with an unusually sensitive comfort and lightness. Curiosity-piquing headings, illustrations, and insights, many of which revolve around non-human mammals, make for the sort of page-turner rarely encountered in children's nonfiction.""--Dan Levy, Program Director, Tillywig Toy and Media Awards ""What a kid-friendly, amusing, and educational read--for both kids and adults! The P Word does a great job covering the science of anatomy and puberty in an informative, friendly, and light-hearted manner. Parents will appreciate that it addresses topics they might feel nervous or hesitant about discussing. I wish this book had been available earlier in my teaching career.""--Alexandra Roosenburg, M.T., M.Ed., Founder and Director, Capitol Learning Academy

Author Information

Dr. David L. Hu is a mechanical engineer and biologist who studies the interactions of animals with water. He has discovered how dogs shake dry, how insects walk on water, and how eyelashes protect the eyes from drying. During his career, he's won the Ig Nobel Prize in Physics, the National Science Foundation CAREER Award, and the Pineapple Science Prize. Dr. Hu's research has been featured in The Economist, The New York Times, Saturday Night Live, Science Friday, and Highlights for Children. He is the author of the young adult nonfiction book How to Walk on Water and Climb Up Walls. A professor at Georgia Institute of Technology, Dr. Hu lives with his wife and two children in Atlanta, Georgia. He can be reached at David.Hu@ScienceNaturally.com. Ilias Arahovitis was born in South Africa and was raised in Athens, Greece. In his early years, Ilias's canvas was the floor and walls, but after the age of five, he started using actual canvas to create his first oil paintings. Ilias graduated from AKTO Art & Design College in Athens, and now specializes in children's books, having illustrated numerous books in the last 25 years.

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