Growing Up for Girls by Dr Emily MacDonagh - Puberty Guide for Girls Ages 9-11 - Paperback

Details:. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780702310966. Publisher: Scholastic. Age Range: 9-11 years. Overview:. Growing Up for Girls: Everything You Need to Know is a reassuring paperback guide helping girls understand puberty with confidence rather than confusion. Written by Dr Emily MacDonagh, a practising NHS doctor, it explains the physical and emotional changes of growing up in clear, friendly language. Packed with colourful illustrations and honest, age-appropriate answers, it covers body changes, feelings, friendships and self-esteem, making it an ideal first puberty book for girls aged 9-11 and a trusted companion for parents starting these conversations.. About the Book:. This 96-page Scholastic paperback breaks puberty down into manageable chunks, explaining when and why bodies begin to change, what periods and growth spurts involve, and how emotions can feel unpredictable, including a section on what's happening to boys. Throughout, the tone stays gentle and encouraging rather than clinical, with bright illustrations breaking up the text and making the subject approachable rather than intimidating. Beyond the biology, the book spends real time on the practical and emotional side of puberty: building positive body image, managing new feelings about appearance, and keeping a healthy relationship with food and exercise. It touches on the social side of growing up too, including changing friendships, giving girls tools to navigate this period with more resilience. Because it's written by a real doctor, parents can trust the medical content, while the conversational style keeps children engaged. It works equally well read alone or shared with a parent, opening the door to questions that might otherwise feel awkward to ask aloud. For families wanting one comprehensive resource on puberty, this is a dependable, kind-hearted place to start.. Key Benefits:. Written by a practising NHS doctor, ensuring medically accurate, trustworthy information th