📖 Overview
Cory Silverberg is a sex educator, author, and speaker who specializes in writing about sexuality and gender for children, teens, and families. Their work focuses on creating inclusive, accessible resources that address complex topics like gender identity, bodies, and relationships.
Silverberg is best known for their series of children's books including "Sex Is a Funny Word," "What Makes a Baby," and "You Know, Sex." These books have gained recognition for their careful approach to sex education that acknowledges diverse family structures, gender identities, and ways of understanding bodies and relationships.
A founding member of Come As You Are Co-operative, Silverberg has worked extensively in sex education and sexual health. Their writing has appeared in various publications and they frequently conduct workshops and speaking engagements about inclusive sexuality education.
Silverberg's work has received multiple awards and recognition, including the Stonewall Honor Book Award from the American Library Association for "Sex Is a Funny Word." Their educational background includes training in sexuality studies and education from the University of Toronto.
👀 Reviews
Readers consistently praise Silverberg's inclusive, straightforward approach to sex education for children and families. Parents note the books help start difficult conversations in age-appropriate ways.
What readers liked:
- Clear explanations of complex topics without oversimplifying
- Diverse representation of families, bodies, and identities
- Illustrations that engage children while respecting serious subject matter
- Practical conversation starters for parents
What readers disliked:
- Some find the content too progressive for their values
- A few parents wanted more specific biological details
- Price point mentioned as barrier to access
Ratings across platforms:
Amazon: "Sex Is a Funny Word" - 4.8/5 (1,200+ reviews)
"What Makes a Baby" - 4.6/5 (900+ reviews)
Goodreads: "Sex Is a Funny Word" - 4.5/5 (2,000+ ratings)
One parent reviewer wrote: "Finally, a book that reflects our family's reality and gives me the words to explain these topics to my kids." Another noted: "The inclusive language helped my child feel seen and normalized."
📚 Books by Cory Silverberg
Sex Is a Funny Word (2015)
An illustrated book for children ages 8-10 that discusses bodies, gender, and sexuality through conversations between children and caring adults.
What Makes a Baby (2012) A children's picture book explaining reproduction and birth in inclusive language that accommodates various family structures and methods of conception.
You Know, Sex (2022) An illustrated guide for teens and young adults covering topics including bodies, relationships, consent, gender, and sexual health.
Everything You Never Wanted Your Kids to Know About Sex (But Were Afraid They'd Ask) (2003) A parenting guide co-authored with Charles Fishman providing advice on discussing sexuality with children from toddlers to teens.
The Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability (2003) A comprehensive sexuality resource co-authored with Miriam Kaufman and Fran Odette addressing intimate relationships for people with disabilities and chronic conditions.
What Makes a Baby (2012) A children's picture book explaining reproduction and birth in inclusive language that accommodates various family structures and methods of conception.
You Know, Sex (2022) An illustrated guide for teens and young adults covering topics including bodies, relationships, consent, gender, and sexual health.
Everything You Never Wanted Your Kids to Know About Sex (But Were Afraid They'd Ask) (2003) A parenting guide co-authored with Charles Fishman providing advice on discussing sexuality with children from toddlers to teens.
The Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability (2003) A comprehensive sexuality resource co-authored with Miriam Kaufman and Fran Odette addressing intimate relationships for people with disabilities and chronic conditions.
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