explaining periods to children with asd / learning difficulties

[princessandthefrog]

Dd (10) has asd. We've talked about and she seems to understand the basics of how babies are made, but I know I need to talk to her about periods. Last thing I want is for it to happen and her not know what is going on.

But she has a learning difficulty and none of the books I've seen are aimed at her level. All the books I've seen are very wordy. Even if I read them to her, it would be over her head.

I really don't know how to start the conversation and had hoped there was a book we could read together. Anyone know of any simple, picture books that explain periods for young girls with learning difficulties and who are very literal?

Many thanks

[fairgame]

When i was a school nurse in special schools i used to use this and as far as i know my ex colleagues still use it
www.rsehub.org.uk/media/16503/54-Puberty-Sexuality-for-Children-and-Young-People-with-a-learning-disability.pdf

This book is very good for ASD
www.amazon.co.uk/Taking-Care-Myself-Personal-Curriculum/dp/1885477945?tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-21

and i sometimes used to pick bits out of this book
www.usborne.com/catalogue/book/1~EB~WHTM~1985/whats-happening-to-me-girls.aspx

[princessandthefrog]

Thanks for rapid responses. Some great resources. Much appreciated.