"What's Happening to Me?" A Guide to Puberty by Peter Mayle
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Book Reviews of "What's Happening to Me?" A Guide to Puberty
Book Review: LOVE THIS BOOK
Summary: 5 Stars
I am 30 years old now and I still remembered the name of this book. It had such an impact on me when I was a teen going into puberty! I am so going to buy this for my daughter when she gets older. GREAT BOOK and awesome pictures!Book Review: Awesome Book
Summary: 5 Stars
My ten year old daughter loves this book. It is simply written in easy to understand language so as not to confuse young minds. It leaves open areas for non-embarrassing, easy discussion.Book Review: Great Deal, Super Seller, Thank you!
Summary: 5 Stars
What can I say, this book arrived promptly, in great condition, just what we ordered. Our 10 year old was already going through changes, and it helped out a big lot, THANK YOUBook Review: Priceless
Summary: 5 Stars
Wonderful introduction to the subject of puberty and changes. Easy reading lending itself to comfortable discussions.Book Review: Well-presented, but thin on information
Summary: 4 Stars
I used this book w/ both my boys and it was fine, but I didn't love it.
The first half of the book is all "We're going to talk about puberty", "puberty is what we're going to talk about", "get ready to talk about puberty" - etc. I grew bored and so did my kids. It's like a novel with 7 prologues.
The second half of the book finally gets into some well-presented and age-appropriate information - about breasts, erections, periods, pimples, wet dreams, masturbation, etc. These topics are covered in what I think is just enough detail - with cute pictures to alleviate tension and about 2 pages on each topic. I give the second half of the book 5 stars.
One thing I didn't like is that the book assumes a level of knowledge. What I mean is, it goes right into talking about how semen want to get out of erect penises to go make babies, without covering how exactly babies are made. This book is for 9 - 12 year olds who should have some basic knowledge but I think a brief refresher (instead of all the filler in the beginning) would be good.
A word about ages: My oldest got a lot out of this book at 10. My second son was far too immature at 10 and giggled until I finally put the book away and waited a year. Obviously, a parent must use their judgment with regard to what ages they should present this book to.