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PUBERTY IS A FUNNY WORD Books for GIRLS About Their Growing and Changing Bodies |
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HELLOFLO : The Guide, Period. by Naama BloomHonest, funny, and unafraid of the messy, real-life facts about a girl's changing body, this is definitely not your mother's puberty book. HelloFlo founder Naama Bloom's mission is to create informed, empowered young women who are unafraid to ask questions and make the best choices for themselves and their bodies. A celebration of women's bodies and all the confusing, uncomfortable, silly, transformative, and powerful changes that occur during puberty. (Ages 10 and up) |
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Girl to Girl : Honest Talk About Growing Up and Your Changing Body by Sarah O'Leary BurninghamBeing a girl isn't always easy, and growing up is far from a walk in the park. This book is filled with letters and testimonials from real girls, as well as confidence-boosting advice and myth-busting sidebars - this fun, accessible, and highly visual book is a must-have for every girl navigating her way through the preteen years. (Ages 8 - 12) |
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A teddy bear explains to a little girl how Mr. and Mrs. Hormone cause people to change during puberty.Written for young readers, this book provides an informative introduction to puberty through easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations. (Ages 7 - 10) |
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Girl Talk by Lizzie CoxFrom puberty to relationships, social media to school, this essential guide for girls growing up covers everything you have always wanted to know but were afraid to ask. Growing up can be hard and, at times, embarrassing. This funny yet sensitive book is here to offer practical advice and helpful information to help make growing up just that little bit less scary. (Ages 8 - 11)
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Period Pieces : Stories for Girls by Erzsi DeakOffers twelve real-life stories about "becoming a woman" through the experiences of girls from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and times. (Ages 9 - 12) |
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The Girl's Body Book by Kelli S DunhamThe Girl’s Body Book includes everything you need to know about growing up, even the embarrassing stuff. From periods to peer pressure, puberty can be a confusing time for pre-teens and parents alike. The newly updated fifth edition of the Girl’s Body Book helps prepare girls and their parents for the ups and downs of puberty, middle school, and everything in between, including topical issues like school safety and #MeToo. Covering body changes, personal hygiene, self-confidence, and leaders. (Ages 8 - 12)
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The Period Book : A Girl's Guide to Growing Up by Karen GravelleA down-to-earth and practical book that answers any questions you might have about your period, from what it is and what it feels like, to how to choose pads and tampons, to how to talk to your parents about it. The Period Book will help guide you through all the physical, emotional, and social changes that come with your period, as well as related issues like dealing with pimples, mood swings, and new expectations from friends and family. (Ages 8 - 12)
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The Girl Guide by Marawa Ibrahim Growing up is fun . . . but it's tough, too. There are a lot of unknowns and it can be weird and messy for girls. Worry not! This book covers EVERYTHING girls need to know. Learn how: To make your body your best friend (not your enemy). To get out there and do YOU (even when you don't want to move off the couch). The thoughts and feelings that make you feel alone are shared by every girl on the planet. To feel amazing through exercise, nutrition, and skin care. And so much more! (Ages 8 - 12)
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Puberty is Gross But Also Really Awesome by Gina Loveless Puberty . . . is pretty gross for pretty much everyone. It's a smelly, hairy, sticky, and (worst of all) totally confusing time! But did you know there's a lot about puberty that makes it REALLY AWESOME? Get the whole picture with this honest, humorous, and empowering survival guide to the tween years. It's packed with straightforward illustrations, easy-to-understand scientific information, interesting studies, and tips from experts, covering everything from breast development and gender identity to acne and mental health. (Ages 9 and up)
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The "What's Happening to My Body?" Book for Girls by Lynda Madaras Everything preteen and teen girls need to know about their changing bodies and feelings, written by an experienced educator and her daughter in a reassuring and down-to-earth style. (Ages 10 and up)
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Will Puberty Last My Whole Life? : Real Answers to Real Questions From Preteens About Body Changes, Sex, and Other Growing-Up Stuff by Julie Giesy MetzgerThis book contains informative, honest, and reassuring answers to questions that preadolescents have about puberty--from friendships and feelings, to pimples, babies, body hair, menstruation, bras, and much more. (Ages 9 - 12) |
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The Care & Keeping of You 2 : The Body Book For Older Girls by Cara Familian NattersonThis book will guide you through the next steps of growing up. With illustrations and expert contributors, this book covers new questions about periods, your growing body, peer pressure, personal care, and more! Written for girls 10 and up, The Care & Keeping of You 2 follows up the original bestseller with even more in-depth details about the physical and emotional changes you're going through. (Ages 10 and up)
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Girl's Guide to Becoming a Teen : Girl's Guide to Becoming a Teen by Kate Gruenwald PfeiferBecoming a teen is an important milestone in every girl’s life. It’s even more important to get answers and advice to the most common health issues girls face from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Girl’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. (Ages 9 - 12) |
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Own Your Period by Chella QuintThis fact-filled, illustrated guide to periods is bursting with positive advice on managing and understanding periods. Own Your Period celebrates amazing bodies; an essential handbook for all pre-teens. (Ages 8 - 12)
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Celebrate Your Feelings : The Positive Mindset Puberty Book for Girls by Lauren RiversGrowing up means changes, and, during puberty, those changes can feel overwhelming. This practical puberty book for girls is packed with powerful new ways to keep calm and feel good, like simple breathing techniques, practicing mindfulness, exercising, and self-care tips. Find out what it takes to connect with others and become the smart, strong, and confident young person you were meant to be. (Ages 8 - 12)
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You'll find answers to questions about your changing body, from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to bras, periods to pimples, and everything in between. (Ages 8 - 12) |
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Sex Is a Funny Word : A Book About Bodies, Feelings, And YOU by Cory SilverbergA comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identies, Sex Is a Funny Word is an essential resource about bodies, gender, and sexuality for children ages 8 to 10 as well as their parents and caregivers. Much more than the "facts of life" or "the birds and the bees," Sex Is a Funny Word opens up conversations between young people and their caregivers in a way that allows adults to convey their values and beliefs while providing information about boundaries, safety, and joy. (Ages 7 - 10)
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Welcome To Your Period by Yumi StynesGetting your period for the first time can be mortifying, weird, and messy, and asking questions about it can feel even worse. But it doesn't have to be that way. This taboo-free guide is packed with honest advice and big-sisterly wisdom on all the things girls need to know. (Ages 10 and up)
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