Planned Parenthood Apologizes for Distributing Explicit Coloring Books to Children in Kentucky

During a March 21 event at the Kentucky Science Center, Planned Parenthood staff inadvertently distributed sexually explicit coloring books to children aged 8 to 13, prompting widespread criticism and an apology from both the organization and the museum. The coloring book featured illustrations of genitalia and activities related to sexual topics, which Planned Parenthood later admitted was inappropriate for the audience. Following the incident, the Kentucky Science Center announced that Planned Parenthood would no longer be welcome at the museum, stating that the material did not align with their policies or the event's intended content. Initially, Planned Parenthood denied the claims but later acknowledged the error, emphasizing that the materials were 'medically accurate' while expressing regret over the distribution. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is reviewing Planned Parenthood's compliance with federal law regarding Title X family-planning grants in light of the incident. This controversy has sparked significant debate on the appropriateness of sexual education materials for young children.