The Boys' Guide to Growing Up: the best-selling puberty guide for boys

Author: Phil Wilkinson
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1526360861
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51

Book Description
Bestseller in 'Children's sex education' Amazon category in the UK, May 2024 "My son said nothing scared him after reading this book and he felt much more comfortable about it all." - online customer review "Do you ever wonder how to start the conversation about the birds and the bees with your child? Well, this book helps you in so many ways! Highly recommend if you're planning on having that talk soon." - online customer review "Great book, factual, easy to understand and supports parental talks!" - online customer review "It's a perfect no-nonsense book! Brilliant!" - online customer review "It has all the answers for inquisitive minds." - online customer review "My son is autistic and finds change very hard. This book has helped him to understand the changes that will happen in himself that he can't control. Bright pictures with accurate details for the body parts. Great book!" - online customer review A sensitively written, friendly guide to growing up, specifically aimed at younger boys. A friendly and reassuring guide for boys as they approach puberty, explaining the changes that will happen to their bodies as they grow up and how these changes might make them feel. Covering everything from body hair and vocal changes to mood swings and self-esteem, puberty and parenting expert Phil Wilkinson addresses any worries that boys might have relating to what is 'normal'. He reassures readers and boosts their confidence, encouraging them to feel positive about the changes they will experience as they go through puberty. The Boys' Guide to Growing Up also includes advice on topics such exercise, healthy eating, shaving, talking about feelings and how puberty affects girls, and has an age-appropriate section on sex and reproduction. Contents include: - What is puberty? - Your puberty timeline - How do hormones work? - The height and weight race - A deeper voice - Spotty skin - Hair, hair, everywhere - The art of shaving - Sweat, smells and personal hygiene - Changes down below - New feelings - Sex explained - Making babies - Keeping your confidence up - Mood swings - Managing your feelings - Healthy eating - The power of exercise - Privacy and your body - Puberty for girls - Girls have worries, too

The Boys' Guide to Growing Up

Author: Terri Couwenhoven
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Adolescence is a difficult stage for all boys. Even more so for boys who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities. This book is designed for pre-adolescent males with intellectual or developmental disabilities who are experiencing the physical and emotional changes that accompany puberty. The author uses concrete language, illustrations, and plain language designed to improve comprehension for those who struggle with traditional resources. Readers are able to take in complex topics about their growth and development more independently, which leads to healthier choices during this life stage. The Boys' Guide to Growing Up helps the reader understand what body changes to expect and how to handle them. Other topics include how to behave in different social settings, the importance of knowing what is public behavior and what is private behavior, how to take care of your body and keep it clean, and understanding sexual feelings and how to handle them. The Boys' Guide to Growing Up is a great book for parents, educators, and healthcare professionals. Educators can use the book to support human growth and development units. Parents can use the book to initiate what can be a difficult discussion about growing up. Healthcare providers can use the book to provide patient and family education.

Growing Up Great!

Author: Scott Todnem
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1641524650
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 186

Book Description
An inclusive, body-positive guide to puberty for boys ages 8 to 14—just in time for the new school year! Help any young boy progress from childhood to adulthood with a strong, confident appreciation of himself. This puberty book for boys offers essential guidance for helping boys get through the adolescent years happily and healthily—so they can focus on all the good stuff ahead. Cover the basics with a simple explanation of what puberty is and what boys can expect to happen in their bodies and brains during that time. All changes are discussed in terms of overall health and well-being, with a focus on hygiene, managing emotions, and maintaining safety and privacy. This boys' book on puberty includes: Easy definitions—Get a glossary of puberty terms with simple definitions that help boys understand their changing bodies. Coping mechanisms—Boys will learn how to deal with strong emotions by tapping into creativity, exercising, or practicing mindfulness. Topics relevant to teens today—Go beyond other puberty books with practical advice for handling challenges like social media, peer pressure, friendship, and more. Help your young boy confidently navigate adolescence with Growing Up Great.

What's Going on Down There?

Author: Karen Gravelle
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1681197952
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162

Book Description
“A useful and readable guide to puberty for boys.” -School Library Journal Part manual, part older brother, this accessible guidebook from Karen Gravelle, the author of the perennial bestseller The Period Book, will empower adolescent boys with honest answers to all of their questions about what's really going on down there. With 150,000 copies sold, this definitive illustrated guidebook to puberty--now updated with brand new content relevant to today's kids--is the perfect companion for boys and parents seeking information about growing up and their changing bodies. The book addresses physical and emotional changes boys might expect, discusses what puberty is like for girls, and prepares readers to make smart choices about sex. Written in consultation with preteen boys, this guide offers a supportive, practical approach, providing clear and sensitive explanations of common experiences. This revised edition features new sections on: - body image and confidence - sexual harassment and consent - using social media safely Complete with funny and informative interior illustrations from Robert Leighton, the updated edition of What's Going on Down There? will give boys the facts they need to feel confident about this new phase of their lives.

My Body's Changing for Boys

Author: Anita Ganeri
Publisher: Franklin Watts
ISBN: 9781445169729
Category : Boys
Languages : en
Pages : 48

Book Description
Growing up is an exciting time, but it can also feel scary. During puberty, your body changes on the outside and on the inside. You might have noticed some of these changes already, or they might not have started happening to you yet. This book explains what happens during puberty, and provides some friendly reassurance and advice.

Guy Stuff

Author: Cara Natterson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1683370260
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
A real pediatrician and the author of the bestselling Care & Keeping of You series provides tips, how-tos, and facts about boys' changing bodies that will help them take care of themselves. Full color.

The Girls' Guide to Growing Up: the best-selling puberty guide for girls

Author: Anita Naik
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 152636087X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51

Book Description
Bestseller in 'Books on Self-esteem and Self-reliance for Young Adults' Amazon category in the UK, May 2024 "... this book is a MUST if you have a growing girl." - online customer review "Some things are super scary especially for a 9-year-old but reading this together, I felt, let her know that she could talk to me about anything." - online customer review "It has everything a girl needs to understand their body and mood changes as they experience this new stage of their lives." - online customer review "A very gentle and friendly guide to growing up." - online customer review "The illustrations are all child-appropriate and the level of detail is set just right." - online customer review "Opens the door for conversations about the changes they are and will be going through." - online customer review A sensitively written, friendly guide to growing up, specifically aimed at younger girls. A friendly, reassuring and positive guide for girls as they approach puberty, explaining the changes that will happen to their bodies as they grow up and how these changes might make them feel. Covering everything from periods and breast development to body hair and personal hygiene, puberty and parenting expert Anita Naik addresses any worries that girls may have relating to what is 'normal'. She reassures readers and boosts their confidence, encouraging them to feel positive about the changes they will experience as they go through puberty. The Girls' Guide to Growing Up also includes advice on topics such as body image, self-esteem and how puberty affects boys, and has an age-appropriate section on sex and reproduction. Contents include: - What is puberty? - Your puberty timeline - Breasts and bras - Same age, different stage - Skin changes - Sweats, smells and personal hygiene - Hair in new places - Changes down below - What are periods? - The practical side of periods - Managing periods - Sex explained - Making babies - New feelings - Managing your moods - Healthy eating - The power of exercise - Self-esteem and body image - Privacy and your body - Puberty for boys - Boys have worries, too

Growing up for Boys

Author: Alex Frith
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1474925421
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222

Book Description
A frank and friendly book explaining puberty and how to stay happy and confident as boys go through physical, psychological and emotional changes. Covers everything boys want to find out about, including moods and feelings, what happens to girls, diet, exercise, body image, sex and relationships, contraception, sexual health, self-confidence, drink and drugs, exam stress and cyberbullying.

American Medical Association Boy's Guide to Becoming a Teen

Author: American Medical Association
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons
ISBN: 0787983438
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
Becoming a teen is an important milestone in every boy’s life. It’s even more important to get answers and advice to the most common health issues boys face from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Boy’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. Learn about these important topics and more: Puberty and what kinds of physical and emotional changes you can expect—from your developing body to your feelings about girls The importance of eating the right foods and taking care of your body Pimples, acne, and how to properly care for your skin Your reproductive system—inside and out Thinking about relationships and dealing with new feelings

The Girls' Guide to Growing Up Great

Author: Sophie Elkan
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472943759
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 213

Book Description
'Wise and kind' - Sali Hughes 'Every young teen needs this book' - Nadia Sawalha 'Brilliant, accessible, sensitive and funny' - Emily Maitlis 'Funny, kind and wise' - Daisy Buchanan Going through puberty? Thinking about puberty? Worried about growing up? This book is for you! Puberty isn't just about what's going on in your body, but also your brain, your emotions and the world around you. Knowledge is power! All the information you need is here, plus advice, wisdom and lots of questions from girls like you: - Body-basics (like breasts, spots and periods) - Life's big mysteries. Is how you look important? Is a crush ever wrong? Is it bad to be jealous of your friends? - Clear, empowering info on emotions, sex, sexuality and gender - Staying safe and having fun online - Plenty of space for your own notes and doodles