RecommendedReads: CaregiverResources: Puberty
GrowingIntoYou!
MelissaPintorCarnagey
J 613.907 CARN, M
An illustrated guide to puberty and changing bodies for tweens and young teens of all gender identities, including activities, conversation starters, and writing prompts.
PubertyisGrossButAlsoReallyAwesome
GinaLoveless
J 612.661 LOVE, G
Get the whole picture with this honest, humorous, and empowering survival guide to the tween years. It's packed with straightforward illustrations, easy-tounderstand scientific information, interesting studies, and tips from experts.
You-ology:APubertyGuideforEveryBody
MelisaHolmes
J 612.661 HOLM, M
For curious kids and parents looking to talk about puberty in an inclusive way, You-ology offers factbased, age-appropriate, and body positive information about the physical, social, and emotional changes ahead for all kids.
GrowingUp RachelGreener
OSJ 612.661 GREE, R
In this honest, accessible, and inclusive illustrated guide to puberty, young readers can find out exactly what they and their peers may experience as they grow up.
PubertyforTweenGirls ThrivingMinds
J 612.661 THRI
"Puberty For Tween Girls” is the ultimate guide that empowers young girls with practical knowledge, body positivity, and emotional tools to understand and confidently navigate the enigma of puberty.
TheCompletePubertyGuideforBoys MatthewGraham
J 612.661 GRAH, M
From body changes and emotions to friendships and confidence, The Complete Puberty Guide for Boys gives him the tools, language, and reassurance he needs to begin this chapter on the right track.
GrowingUpPowerful NonaWillisAronowitz
J 305.23082 ARON, N
Puberty comes with a lot of changes for girls today. There’s the thrilling stuff: making friends, discovering their superpowers, and finding their voices. Then there are the not-so-fun parts: body changes, school stress, and totally understandable social anxiety.
GuyTalk:TheUltimateBodyBookforBoys
J 613.042 GUY
This easy to read, diverse guide is illustrated for better understanding and includes bodies of all shapes, abilities, and sizes. With Guy Talk, get the answers to the questions you don't know who to ask or are too embarrassed to.
TheCare&KeepingofYou1
ValorieLeeSchaefer
J 613.042 SCHA, V
The bestselling body book for girls now updated for the 25th anniversary! With all-new illustrations and updated content for girls ages 8 and up, it features tips, how-tos, and facts from the experts.
TheCare&KeepingofYou2
CaraNatterson
J 613.043 NATT, C
This thoughtful advice book will guide you through the next steps of growing up. With illustrations and expert contributors, this book covers new questions about periods, your growing body, peer pressure, personal care, and more!
TheCompleteFirstPeriodGuide
RebeccaWhitlock
J 612.662 WHIT, R
This guide is a supportive resource for younger girls as they approach one of life's key milestones. Written in clear, age-appropriate language, it explains what periods are, how they feel, and the practical steps that make them easier to manage.
TheBoy’sBodyBook
KelliS.Dunham
J 613.0423 DUNH, K
Discusses the physical and emotional transitions that boys undergo during puberty, including growth spurts, voice changes, sexual development, peer pressure, dating, and new relationships within the family.
GirlTalk:TheUltimateBodyBookforGirls
J 613.042 GIR
Girl Talk is the must-have advice book for girls navigating all things puberty and growing up! This easy to read, diverse guide is illustrated for better understanding and includes bodies of all shapes, abilities, and sizes.
GrowingUp:ATeenager’sandParent’sGuide toPubertyandAdolescence
PT / RHJ 649.125 WINS, R
Deal with the ups and downs of growing up. This visual guide to puberty and adolescence is a must-read for all parents and tweens embarking on those scary teenage years.
ThisIsSoAwkward:ModernPuberty Explained CaraNatterson
PT / RHJ 612.661 NATT, C
The ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate the rollercoaster of puberty. Eye-opening and reassuring, This Is So Awkward will help adults understand the turbulent pubescent decade and become confident guides for today’s kids.