Don't Panic, It's Puberty! - A Guide For Boys A funny, body-positive look at puberty for boys Boys today are learning about and going through puberty at a younger age than ever before. Don't Panic, It's Puberty! offers a positive, reassuring look at the main changes that they will go through during puberty both physically and emotionally - from hair sprouting in unexpected places to spots, growth spurts, tiredness and mood swings. The funny, cartoon-style illustrations keep the tone light but are anatomically accurate and show a range of real body types, encouraging inclusivity and self-acceptance. Perfect reading for children aged 8+ The text and illustrations have been reviewed by a qualified medical doctor. Contents Don't panic! All change Growing up. And up. And up. You sound different Hormones behind it all A Spot of Bother Hair everywhere Time for a shave? Keeping clean Looking after your body Catch some Z's Down there First crushes Feeling moody? When it all gets too much Talk it out Time to man up? Your own pace, your own destination The end of puberty Puberty timeline Frequently asked questions Glossary Index
Don't Panic, It's Puberty! - A Guide For Girls A funny, body-positive look at puberty for girls Girls today are learning about and going through puberty at a younger age than ever before. Don't Panic, It's Puberty! offers a positive, reassuring look at the main changes that they will go through during puberty both physically and emotionally - from hair sprouting in unexpected places to spots, growth spurts, tiredness and mood swings. The funny, cartoon-style illustrations keep the tone light but are anatomically accurate and show a range of real body types, encouraging inclusivity and self-acceptance. Perfect reading for children aged 8+. The text and illustrations have been reviewed by a qualified medical doctor. Contents: Don't panic! All about your body - on the outside All about your body - on the inside Hello hormones! I'm growing I'm growing BOOBS! Periods - WHY? Periods - sorted! The skin you're in What's that hair doing there? Eating and exercise Zzzzzzzzzz..... Puberty for your brain In a mood! Feeling OK - or not OK? Strange new feelings Friends and fitting in Say no to sexism! When does it end? Puberty timeline Frequently asked questions Glossary/further reading Index