Little Book of Growing Up by Victoria Parker - Girls Puberty Guide - Paperback - Ages 9-12 - Hodder Children's Books

Details Condition: BRAND NEW Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780340930991 Publisher: Hodder Children's Books Age Range: Ages 9-12 (approaching puberty) Overview Little Book of Growing Up by Victoria Parker is a compact, reassuring paperback guide written for girls who are approaching or experiencing puberty. It answers the everyday questions young readers are often too shy to ask, covering bodily changes, periods, hygiene and emotional wellbeing in warm, plain-English language. Sized to slip into a school bag or bedside drawer, it is intended as a first, friendly reference that parents, carers and teachers can hand to a child, or that a child can read independently and privately. About the Book This little book is built around the real questions girls ask as their bodies begin to change. Rather than relying on clinical or intimidating language, it breaks puberty down into manageable, easy-to-follow sections covering physical development, starting periods, personal hygiene, and the emotional ups and downs that come with growing up. The tone throughout is gentle, non-judgmental and encouraging, designed to normalise these changes rather than make them feel awkward or frightening. Clear layout and short chapters support nervous or reluctant readers, meaning the book can be read cover-to-cover or dipped into as specific questions arise. It works equally well as a shared read between parent and child, opening the door to conversations that can otherwise feel difficult to start, or as a private resource a young person can return to again and again as new questions come up. Many families find that a dedicated, age-appropriate book like this takes the pressure off parents to have every answer ready, giving both adult and child a shared, trusted reference point. It is also a useful addition to school libraries and PSHE lessons, where teachers need a reliable, appropriately pitched resource for group discussion. Compact, practical and reassuring, this edition is designed to be revis