The Period Book: A Girl’s Guide to Growing Up

The Period Book: A Girl’s Guide to Growing Up - Book review by Rowena Thomas | 'Amazing Me'

Book Review

Topic:

Puberty & Periods

Age:

8-12

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Short Summary

The Period Book was written by Karen Gravelle and illustrated by Debbie Palen for kids aged 8 to 12. Karen also wrote this book with the help of Jennifer, her 15-year old niece, giving this book fresh insights.

What This Book Is About

This book aims to help girls become more confident as they embrace the many changes that are happening in their body during puberty. It guides readers through the physical, social, and emotional changes that they will be dealing with as they change from kids to adults.

It answers a lot of “What if”, “Why”, and “How” questions related to menstruation and puberty and covers topics like:

  • All about puberty
  • How to deal with pimples
  • How to deal with mood swings
  • New expectations from family and peers
  • Establishing better communication with parents and adults

Reflection and Comments

The book contains comic illustrations that make it an easy read. It talks to its readers in a straightforward but funny manner, helping them ease some of the confusion that they’re feeling as they deal with their bodies’ many changes.

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