I’m A Girl, Hormones!

Book Review

I'm a Girl Hormones! - Book review by Rowena Thomas | 'Amazing Me'

Topic:

Puberty & Periods

Age:

10-12+

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Short Summary

I’m A Girl, Hormones! is the third book in the Anatomy for Kids Reproductive System Series for Girls written by Shelley Metten, M.S., Ph. D. and Alan Estridge for girls aged 10 and up.

What This Book Is About

This series talks about how young girls develop, with the 1st book giving an introduction to puberty and the 2nd one talking about the changes in a girl’s body. In this 3rd book, the author focuses on menstruation.

Using diagrams, the book continues the story of the three girls featured in this entire series and answers their questions about the menstrual cycle. Some of the topics covered include:

  • Why menstrual periods happen
  • What happens during the menstrual cycle
  • Where the blood comes from
  • Why emotions change during menstruation
  • How to prepare for periods

Reflection and Comments

This book serves as a guide that will help young girls ease into their first period and have enough knowledge to understand what’s going on inside their body. It also allows them to normalise conversations and not be fearful.

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