Growing Up: An Inclusive Guide to Puberty and Your Changing Body
Growing up is a natural part of life, and every child deserves to understand the different ways their body may change as they grow older. While puberty happens to everyone, every child's journey from childhood to being a grown-up will be as unique as they are!
In this honest, accessible illustrated guide to puberty, young readers can find out exactly what may happen as they grow from being a child to becoming a grown-up. From getting taller and discovering hair growing in new places to developing breasts, experiencing periods, or having wet dreams, this book provides the perfect stepping stone for every caregiver to have an open conversation about what it really means for a child to be growing up.
Working closely with a leading national LGBTQ+ organization as well as a biology specialist and an equality, diversity, and inclusivity consultant, Growing Up covers everything from biological sex and gender identity to physical changes and emotional development, including sections on friendships and emotional health, creating and respecting boundaries, and online safety.
Written in friendly and accessible language that can be shared with a child or read independently, Growing Up also includes a further reading section and glossary to answer more complex questions, as well as a resource guide where young readers can find help from trusted sources outside of the home or school environment.
# of Pages: 32
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2024
Publisher: Nosy Crow
Language: en
ISBN: 9798887770789
Rachel Greener and Clare Owen are the co-authors of the empowering and inclusive guidebook, "Growing Up: An Inclusive Guide to Puberty and Your Changing Body." Rachel is a certified sex educator and therapist, with over a decade of experience working with young people and their families. Through her work, she has seen the importance of providing accurate and inclusive information about puberty and growing up to support young people in feeling confident and informed. Clare is an illustrator and writer, with a passion for creating diverse and relatable content for children and young adults. Together, Rachel and Clare have combined their expertise and passion to create a comprehensive guide that celebrates diversity and promotes body positivity during the often confusing and challenging time of puberty.