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Whats Happening to Me?

Girls Edition
Series: What and Why
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What's Happening to Me? by Susan Meredith is a comforting, informative guide for young people navigating puberty. It answers common questions about the physical and emotional changes experienced during this time, offering reassurance and clear, straightforward explanations.
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This book may appeal to you if you're curious about understanding the physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty. It's an informative and reassuring guide filled with engaging illustrations, making it accessible and comforting for young readers navigating this stage of life.

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An informative guide to female puberty, this book is useful for both young girls and their parents alike, tackling key subjects from the physical changes that occur at this time to practical matters, such as buying your first bra. It also features colour illustrations and diagrams, which reveal everything young girls need to know.

A frank, clear and informative guide to puberty for girls.

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What's Happening to Me? by Susan Meredith is an essential guide that offers a frank, clear, and comprehensive look at the changes girls experience during puberty. This sensitive and informative book addresses a broad range of topics in a reassuring and easy-to-understand manner, making it an invaluable resource for young girls navigating this pivotal stage of their lives.

From body image issues to mood swings, hormones, and the challenges of selecting the right first bra, Meredith covers the various emotional and physical changes that come with growing up. The book is filled with bright, cartoon-style illustrations and accurate scientific diagrams that visually explain the complexities of puberty in a manner that is both engaging and educational.

Each chapter is carefully designed to provide clarity and support, helping girls understand what is happening to them and why. The use of clear language and relatable examples ensures that young readers can easily grasp difficult concepts, making the book a trusted companion during a potentially confusing time.

To enhance usability, What's Happening to Me? includes well-organised contents and index pages, allowing readers to quickly find specific topics and revisit important information as needed. The approachable format encourages independent reading and facilitates open conversations between parents and children, fostering a supportive environment.

Authored by Susan Meredith, a writer recognised for her ability to communicate complex ideas simply, this book is not just about imparting knowledge but also about reassuring young girls that they are not alone in their experiences. It's a must-read for anyone looking to better understand the transformations of puberty, presented in an honest and comforting way.

Series: What and Why

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  • What's Happening To Me? The Boy One
    For boys who are just starting to hit puberty, What's Happening To Me? The Boy One is a guide to explain sex and the changes their body will go through. This totally revised edition of the bestselling What's Happening to Me? guide comes with all-new artwork and 16 more pages. Written with male readers in mind, it explains puberty in...
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  • What's Happening To Me? The Girl One
    A clear and simple book to explain about body changes and sex for kids who haven't quite hit puberty yet. This is a brand-new edition, with new content and all-new artwork, of What's Happening To Me? The Girl One, the go-to book for children to learn the facts of life. Aimed primarily at female readers, the book includes discussion of...
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  • Whats Happening to Me? (Boy)
    Discover a comprehensive and supportive guide to the changes that boys experience during puberty with Whats Happening to Me? (Boy) by Alex Frith. This essential book delves into the physical, emotional, and hormonal transformations boys face as they journey from childhood to adolescence. Written in a straightforward and reassuring manner, this book aims to demystify the often confusing and overwhelming...
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  • Whats Happening to Me?
    What's Happening to Me? by Susan Meredith is an essential guide that offers a frank, clear, and comprehensive look at the changes girls experience during puberty. This sensitive and informative book addresses a broad range of topics in a reassuring and easy-to-understand manner, making it an invaluable resource for young girls navigating this pivotal stage of their lives. From body...
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What's Happening to Me? by Susan Meredith is highly praised for helping children aged nine and above understand bodily changes effectively. It provides answers to questions young girls might be afraid to ask, covering topics such as bras, periods, diet, health, and hygiene, with a section on boys' changes as well. The informal and supportive text, complemented by colourful and engaging illustrations, makes it an excellent resource.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780746069950

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 March 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Nancy Leschnikoff

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 213.0mm

Weight: 130g

Pages: 48

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