Book Review
Short Summary
How to Survive Zits and Bad Hair Days was written by Lisa Miles and Xanna Eve Chown for girls aged 13 and above. It was published in 2014.
This book gives positive overall advice and a few basics about puberty to help them deal with all the changes more confidently.
What This Book Is About
The cover alone is enough to catch any girl’s attention, which tells you right away that this is a book that a young teenage girl would be drawn to. This fun and friendly approach resonates throughout the book, making it easy to read especially when it comes to young girls who might find it awkward to talk to their parents about dealing with some of the changes they’re going through.
The book covers topics like:
- The changes and that they are normal
- Monthly periods and how to deal with them
- Different body types and body image
- Dealing with acne and bad hair days
- Beauty routines and fashion trends
- How to stay healthy
- Being confident in your own body
- Boys and relationships
Reflection and Comments
It’s not as in-depth as other resources about puberty, but that’s one thing that makes this book unique. It’s a friendly magazine style starter guide especially for young teens.
The book is also very engaging, with quizzes and diary entries that most girls would enjoy. Although you might have to pick up another book that discusses puberty, sex and relationships in more detail, this could be a great way for you to start encouraging your child to have more open conversations with you.
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