Before this book was published, the manuscript was read by more than five hundred parents and teachers, physicians (psychiatrists, obstetricians and pediatricians) psychologists and sociologists. It was also read by several hundred children ranging in ages from seven to seventeen.

As a result of these tests and the information gleaned from hundreds of answers to questionnaires-covering a period of more than a year- we confidently assure parents that this book is right for their children. Many parents wrote that the book was right for them, too.

We learned that when sex information is presented in an atmosphere of God, love and Family Life, it is accepted by children in the spirit in which it is written and as part of their education. When asked, "Do you think this story will create a greater love and respect in a child for his parents?" the children, without exception, wrote "yes." The child was also helped to feel that there was a purpose to his life. To the question, "What part of the story meant most to you?" the answer mostly was "the why part" or "God chose me out of millions." The statements of parents offer ample evidence to support the reaction of a pediatrician, "this book will prove a blessing to children and a boon to parents."

Several stages may precede the reading of this book. These may vary with each child. Even before a child is three, parents may be confronted with the question "How was I born?" One answer found satisfactory is "You grew in mother's body the way all babies grow and are born. When you're a little older, you'll learn all about it."

About age five, the child will want more information. A favorite question: "Why are boys different from girls?" A tested response: "God made boys and girls different as part of His plan for a family. In a family, there are a father, a mother and children. When you're a little older, you can read the book WHY AND HOW I WAS BORN."

This answer may satisfy the child and again it may not. If the child persists, this may be the time to start the reading of the book. Or perhaps you may want to try a third stage: "You were born because God wanted you for His partner. God first made your mommy and daddy. Then He brought them together so that you would be born." From here on, the first few pages in the book should prove useful. You need go no further than you feel necessary at the moment. If the child wants you to read more (or read it himself) he is probably ready for the book. If he does not persist, leave the book where it will be accessible to the child. When he hears stories on the street that confuse and upset him, this book will set him straight. It has done this even for older children.