Growing Up for Girls by Felicity Brooks & Katie Lovell - Puberty Guide - Ages 9-12 - Paperback

Details. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781409534976. Publisher: Usborne. Age Range: 9-12 years. Overview. Growing Up for Girls is a warm, straight-talking Usborne guide that helps pre-teen and early-teen girls understand the physical, emotional and social changes of puberty. Written by children's non-fiction specialist Felicity Brooks and illustrated by Katie Lovell, it tackles everything from periods and body image to friendships, moods and online safety with honesty, humour and reassurance, making it a trusted first port of call for girls, parents, carers and teachers alike.. About the Book. Puberty raises a lot of questions, and this paperback answers them without fuss or embarrassment. Across its pages, girls will find clear explanations of the physical changes their bodies go through, along with practical, non-judgemental information on periods, hygiene, diet and exercise. The book doesn't stop at the physical: it also explores the emotional rollercoaster of the teenage years, covering mood swings, self-esteem, friendships, break-ups, stress and mental wellbeing.. Sensitive subjects such as relationships, sex, contraception and sexually transmitted infections are handled with the same calm, factual tone throughout, so readers feel informed rather than alarmed. Social pressures get equal attention too, with sections on social networking, online safety, bullying and body confidence, reflecting the real concerns of today's tweens and teens. Katie Lovell's friendly illustrations soften potentially awkward topics and help break up the text, making the book approachable rather than clinical. Usborne has also included carefully selected Quicklinks to reputable external websites, giving families a way to explore topics further with trustworthy, up-to-date resources beyond the printed page. The result is a comprehensive, easy-to-navigate reference that young readers can dip into privately or share with a parent, carer or teacher, opening the door to im