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

Author: Phil Wilkinson

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2017-07-13

Total Pages: 51

ISBN-13: 1526360861

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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

Growing Up Great!
Growing Up Great!

Author: Scott Todnem

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2019-07-30

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 1641524650

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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.

The Boys' Guide to Growing Up
The Boys' Guide to Growing Up

Author: Terri Couwenhoven

Publisher:

Published: 2023-02-21

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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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.

American Medical Association Boy's Guide to Becoming a Teen
American Medical Association Boy's Guide to Becoming a Teen

Author: American Medical Association

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons

Published: 2006-05-26

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 0787983438

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

Author: Anita Naik

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2017-07-13

Total Pages: 51

ISBN-13: 152636087X

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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

The Boy's Body Book
The Boy's Body Book

Author: Kelli Dunham

Publisher: Turtleback Books

Published: 2013-07-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780606320702

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Discusses the physical and emotional changes associated with puberty in boys and suggests ways to ease the adjustment to these changes.

Growing up for Boys
Growing up for Boys

Author: Alex Frith

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Published: 2013-12-01

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 1474925421

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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.

Guy Stuff
Guy Stuff

Author: Cara Natterson

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-08-08

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 1683370260

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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.

What Happens to My Body and Mind
What Happens to My Body and Mind

Author: Annabel E. Lewis

Publisher:

Published: 2020-11-02

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13:

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What Happens To My Body and Mind A Complete Boys' Guide to Growing Up ♦ incl. 10 Ultimate Skin-Care Tips | Puberty Books for Boys Age 9-12 ♦ While everyone might be telling you different things, puberty doesn't have to be a scary, crazy time where everything feels up in the air. What Happens To My Body and Mind? A Complete Boys' Guide to Growing Up, incl. 10 Ultimate Skin-Care Tips is a positive, reassuring, and educational approach to explaining what puberty is for boys, what you can expect, and how you're going to feel over the coming years. Within the following chapters of this book, we're going to cover everything you need to know to keep a sound state of mind, including: * How your voice will change * How your body will change * How you're going to feel * Dealing with sexual and intimate feelings towards others * What is actually happening within your body * How to look after yourself during puberty * How to look after your skin during puberty * And much more! What Happens To My Body and Mind? A Complete Boys' Guide to Growing Up, incl. 10 Ultimate Skin-Care Tips aims to describe everything you need to know in the simplest, most understanding way possible. While you may have heard loads of puberty horror stories and you're feeling really unsure about what lies ahead, don't worry; we've got you covered. When it comes to getting through puberty, there's no other handbook you'd rather have by your side. Easy to read, follow, and refer back to, this handy little book is a must-have.

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Puberty—and Shouldn't Be Googling
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Puberty—and Shouldn't Be Googling

Author: Morris Katz

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2020-11-24

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1950587134

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This is the puberty book written by the cool, older brother—that takes boys from their first armpit hair to their first wet dream—and beyond. Facts about developmental changes to tween and teen boys' bodies and brains are spelled out in fun, familiar, boy-speak and illustrated in edgy graphic novel format. So boys 10 and up can learn about health, hygiene, sexuality, and more in a way that's not embarrassing or tedious, but real, engaging, and enlightening. A recurring "Puberty Goggles" feature pokes gentle fun at the way a testosterone-tormented tween views himself and the world around him. The book also explores current hot-button topics from social media and cyberbullying to respecting women.