Book Review
Short Summary
Just for Girls was written by Sarah Delmege for girls aged 9 to 12. This book was first published in 2008 and this edition was republished in 2015.
This book serves as a guide that can help young girls go through the process of puberty with a better understanding of what’s happening and why it’s happening.
What This Book Is About
This book is a colourful and a simple guide that helps answer a lot of the questions. It’s easy to understand and very relatable because of the friendly and inviting tone.
The book covers topics like:
- Changes in a girl’s bodies during puberty
- Being healthy physically and emotionally
- All about periods
- Emotions, crushes, embarrassment and how to cope
- Changes in a boy’s body during puberty (briefly)
Reflection and Comments
The book is filled with entertaining illustrations, is straightforward and easy to read, with real stories, top tips and fact files throughout.
It doesn’t discuss sex and does not cover how babies are made but it does give some relationship advice in the Q&A section. It talks about body image, how to fit a bras and how to get rid of hair.
You may also use this as reference in case your child decides to start discussion about these topics with you. The book covers the physical, social and emotional changes that happen during puberty.
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