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The Girls' Guide to Growing Up Great

By Sophie Elkan

Puberty changes more than your body—so what’s happening to your feelings, friendships and brain?

informative reassuring inclusive empathetic

Genres

Non-fiction Feelings/Wellbeing Health/Lifestyle

What is The Girls' Guide to Growing Up Great about?

Growing up can bring big changes, questions and confusing feelings. This friendly, honest guide explains what happens during puberty, from periods, breasts and spots to changes in your brain and emotions. It also explores friendships, crushes, body image, anxiety, sex, sexuality and identity, while offering advice on setting boundaries and staying safe online. With clear information, thoughtful guidance, questions from other girls, amusing illustrations and space for doodles, it helps readers feel informed, confident and ready for what lies ahead.

Pages

224 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2026

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