The Boys' Guide to Growing Up by Phil Wilkinson

The Boys' Guide to Growing Up by Phil Wilkinson

By Phil Wilkinson (author) , Sarah Horne (illustrator) Part of the Guide to Growing Up series

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A friendly, reassuring positive guide for boys as they approach puberty, explaining the changes that will happen to their bodies as they grow up and how these changes might make them feel. Covering everything from body hair and vocal changes to mood swings and self-esteem, puberty and parenting expert Phil Wilkinson addresses any worries that boys might have relating to what is 'normal'.

He reassures readers and boosts their confidence, encouraging them to feel positive about the changes they will experience as they go through puberty. The book also includes lifestyle advice on topics like healthy eating and exercise, as well as information on how puberty affects girls.

Topics covered: What is puberty? Your puberty timeline How do hormones work? The height and weight race A deeper voice Spotty skin Hair, hair, everywhere The art of shaving Sweat, smells and personal hygiene Changes down below More changes down below New feelings Sex explained Making babies Keeping your confidence up Mood swings Managing your feelings Healthy eating The power of exercise Privacy and your body Puberty for girls Girls have worries, too

Phil Wilkinson is a freelance writer and the author of 50 books, as well as being a dad of two. He is a contributor to a number of parenting sites, including the Huffington Post, writing about education, bullying, sex education and teenagers.

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The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Boys' Guide to Growing Up and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old

The Boys' Guide to Growing Up features in the following genres: Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, PSHE: Health , Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Body and health, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children’s, Teenage and Educational, PSHE: Sex Education, Featured Books for 9+ readers

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The Boys' Guide to Growing Up was written by Phil Wilkinson and published by Wren & Rook an imprint of Hachette Children's Group

The Boys' Guide to Growing Up has 48 pages

Yes it is part of Guide to Growing Up series

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