First Comes Love All about the Birds and the Bees - And Alligators, Possums, and People, Too

First Comes Love is a wonderful resource for parents and educators seeking to address questions about reproduction in a factual, gentle, and engaging manner. It covers mating, birth, and child-rearing across a diverse range of species, including crabs, fireflies, peacocks, penguins, alligators, possums, and humans. The book uses animal examples to normalize and explain biological processes before touching on human reproduction, making it accessible for children aged 4-11. It's designed to open conversations and satisfy natural curiosity without being overly explicit, focusing on the wonder of life cycles and family bonds.

Answers questions about mating, birth, and child rearing in species such as the crabs, fireflies, peacocks, penguins, alligators, and humans.