Girl to Girl: Honest Talk About Growing Up and Your Changing Body
Nov 2013 · Chronicle Books
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“A solid and sound coaching manual for preteen girls starting or approaching puberty.” —School Library Journal
Let’s face it, being a girl isn’t easy, and growing up can be confusing without a confidante to help. Meet Sarah O’Leary Burningham, a real-life big sister here to talk you through some of life’s biggest moments, like:
Filled with letters and testimonials from girls just like you, confidence-boosting advice from experts, and myth-busting sidebars that give you the real scoop, this book is just what you need to naviage the preteen years.
Endorsed by doctors and experts:
“What a marvelous book for girls 8-12 years old. This accurate, reassuring, and clearly written guide is one of the best presents that we can give to the young girls in our lives—especially in an era where they read so much misinformation on the Internet.” —Judy Norsigian, Executive Director, Our Bodies Ourselves
“A desperately needed guide for girls ages 8-12, who have long needed an age-appropriate, visually interesting, and emotionally accessible book on growing up. Parents of diverse backgrounds, who have been looking for a book to lean on and learn from, have got their wish. Real girls inhabit these pages and share what readers will want to know—and what they’ll need to know.” —Pepper Schwartz, PhD, Professor of Sociology at the University of Washington and author of Ten Talks Parents Must Have with Their Children About Sex and Character
Let’s face it, being a girl isn’t easy, and growing up can be confusing without a confidante to help. Meet Sarah O’Leary Burningham, a real-life big sister here to talk you through some of life’s biggest moments, like:
- Finding a bra
- Getting your period
- Picking out glasses and braces
- Dealing with body odor and shaving
- Caring for your skin (and handling pimples!).
- Creating healthy habits
- And so much more
Filled with letters and testimonials from girls just like you, confidence-boosting advice from experts, and myth-busting sidebars that give you the real scoop, this book is just what you need to naviage the preteen years.
Endorsed by doctors and experts:
“What a marvelous book for girls 8-12 years old. This accurate, reassuring, and clearly written guide is one of the best presents that we can give to the young girls in our lives—especially in an era where they read so much misinformation on the Internet.” —Judy Norsigian, Executive Director, Our Bodies Ourselves
“A desperately needed guide for girls ages 8-12, who have long needed an age-appropriate, visually interesting, and emotionally accessible book on growing up. Parents of diverse backgrounds, who have been looking for a book to lean on and learn from, have got their wish. Real girls inhabit these pages and share what readers will want to know—and what they’ll need to know.” —Pepper Schwartz, PhD, Professor of Sociology at the University of Washington and author of Ten Talks Parents Must Have with Their Children About Sex and Character
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3.1
40 reviews
Julissa Valle
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October 28, 2014
I like this book because it rally helps girls get ready for what's going to happen to them, this is lije just a head start of giving a girl advice for there body.
1 person found this review helpful
Grace Hagen
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December 30, 2013
This book is totally something I would give to my little girl (if I had one) I wish I had this while I was growing up! Heck I still need it!!
Megan Getz
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March 16, 2015
Get this book... it helped me and I think that it will help you
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About the author
Sarah O'Leary Burningham is the author of How to Raise Your Parents and Boyology. Still a teenager at heart, she lives in Manhattan.
Alli Arnold graduated from Parsons School of Design and illustrates a wide range of projects. She lives in New York City.
Alli Arnold graduated from Parsons School of Design and illustrates a wide range of projects. She lives in New York City.
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