A Guy’s Guide to Puberty
$27.95
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This book is jammed packed with need-to-know information, messages of respect and positive vibes to help tweens face puberty with confidence. ** Bulk orders available for schools.
ABOUT THIS BOOK
Teaching sexual health in schools has been a part of my job for 25 years. During this time I have created a unique program that has helped thousands of teens embark on puberty more confidently. I’m proud to say this program (along with questions submitted by 560 tweens in my recent online survey) now forms the basis of my latest resources for families and schools.
With the help of comics, real-life stories and inspiring quotes, guys will learn about body parts and how they will change, get tips on how to care for their body and emotions (including their brain) and develop a mindset for enjoying life now and into the future. It’s fun, engaging and purpose built for young minds aged 8 – 12. And yes, there is also A Girl’s Guide to Puberty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1: Talking to Adults
Who is a trusted adult? Choosing trusted adults. Feelings about puberty
Section 2: Puberty Basics
What is puberty? When will it start? What should I expect? Stages of Puberty
Section 3: Hello Private Parts!
The inside bits. The outside bits. More about your Penis, Testicles and Sperm.
Section 4: Body Changes
What changes will happen? Growth spurts. Pubic hair. Even more hair. Erections. Ejaculating. Body shape. Voice Deepening.
Section 5: About Girls’ Bodies
Basic changes girls go through, including periods. How to be a good friend to girls.
Section 6: Looking After You
How to care for your changing body. Facts about pimples. About sleep, exercise and play. Protecting your body. Tricky questions.
Section 7: Inside Your Brain
Brain changes. What this means for you. How parents can help. New friends and ideas. Liking someone. Bad hair days
Section 8: The Future
More conversations. Becoming an adult you. Puberty to-do list.
Your Puberty Vocabulary Guide
SOME OF MY FAVOURITE PAGES
Page 7. Meet the Characters
I’d like to introduce you to the characters that Steph, the AMAZING illustrator of this book, and I created for you. Keep reading to meet the one and only Adam (who is a super-friendly, super talkative kid your age), his dog called Rocket (who can beat Adam in a running race), Mr Puberty Watch (an imaginary but helpful invention) and a bunch more. I hope they all bring a smile to your face, help you learn, and (most importantly) make talking to trusted adults a lot easier.
Page 16. Talking to the Right People About Puberty
Talking to the right people about puberty and your body is really, really important. You don’t want to talk to just ANYONE about personal stuff. Imagine going up to a random person and saying, ‘Hey dude, what is puberty all about?’ That’s not a conversation for strangers or people who aren’t SUPER trustworthy.
Page 68. Scrotum and Testicles
Your Scrotum has two Testicles inside of it. You might refer to your Testicles as your ‘balls’ or ‘nuts’ because, well … they do look and feel like balls or nuts! Most men’s Testicles are about the same size, though it’s common for one to be slightly bigger than the other. It’s also common for one Testicle to hang lower than the other. Testicles should feel smooth, without any lumps or bumps, and firm but not hard.
Page 104. Grooming Products
Men’s grooming products (that’s the stuff men use to take care of their facial hair) are actually available in a lot of places — both at the supermarket and specialty stores. As you get more hair, you will have lots of options to choose from — scented shaving creams and gels and soaps, brushes to apply them, disposable razor blades, electric razors. It’s pretty cool stuff! And if you have a beard, you can take care of it by using oils, balms, beard brushes, combs and trimmers.
Page 202. Brain Changes
They call this process brain pruning. Imagine it being like pruning a bush, but it’s your brain! The big question: How does your brain know what to prune and what not to? Pruning withers away the neurons which you don’t use. It doesn’t get rid of anything important — just unnecessary stuff which is cluttering or slowing things down in there. It wants to work as effectively as possible. It also strengthens the neurons which you do use. Your brain will keep pruning until you are about twenty- four years old. After it has finished, your brain will be built around the things you like to do and are good at.
PRAISE FOR THIS BOOK
Amazing illustration and gorgeous, accessible fun language. This book is a fantastic way to educate young people on the changes taking place in their incredible bodies. It is up to date, factual, and most importantly engaging for even the most trepidatious pre-teens. It will help young people to understand, embrace and take care of their beautiful bodies setting them up with self-esteem and body confidence into adulthood. A must have on the shelf for parents of young people finding their feet.
Dr Peta Wright (Gynaecologist and fertility specialist)
I can’t thank you enough Michelle. This is more than a book about biology. This is what every boy needs to grow into a respectful man.
My son and I have read and re-read it together, and it’s started so many conversations we wouldn’t have otherwise had.
Lisa M
So glad we ordered this book! My 12 year old is currently reading it and we are having such great, open discussions. He has ASD and the idea of puberty/body changes etc has always made him very anxious, but he is really enjoying the book and taking it all on board. Thank you.
Bronny S
As an educator, I have seen many puberty books over the past 28 years. These books are BY FAR the most creative and well researched I have ever seen.
Sharon Witt – Educator and author
These books are great! I purchased both earlier this year. My son (12) & daughter (10) love them. They give them the confidence not only in themselves but to have educated conversations with us & their friends. One of my sons’ friends mum’s even asked me what the book was because her son wanted a copy after looking at ours!
Bec C
I received this book last week and gave it a quick read myself. It’s soooo good! Everything is covered in a simple, informative, humorous way. I was very pleasantly surprised by the coverage of menstruation. The book provides boys with some key information and also went on to explain how to assist a young friend who may be caught out by an unexpected period. It promotes kindness and thoughtfulness in what might be the worst day of a young girl’s life.
Tara R