Zits and Hormones?: Skills to Handle Puberty

by Louise Spilsbury

Overview

Going through puberty can be a challenging time for adolescents. This book explains how hormones cause various changes in the body for both boys and girls, as well as advice on how to cope with them. Useful tips are highlighted on how to handle topics from persistent pimples to the most effective shaving methods. Readers will also gain insight on how to deal with stress at home and at school. Medical and technical terms are defined, and health is emphasized throughout.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780766099777
Publisher:	Enslow Publishing, LLC
Publication date:	07/30/2018
Series:	Life Skills Series
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	10 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What Is Puberty? 4

Time to Change 6

Stay Cool! 8

Chapter 2 Body Challenges 10

Sweat It Out! 12

Declare War on Pimples! 14

Chapter 3 Girl Talk 16

Body Hair 18

What Are Periods? 20

Coping With Periods 22

Chapter 4 Boys' Bodies 24

Who Is That in the Mirror? 26

Boys Only 28

Chapter 5 Ups and Downs 30

Parent Problems 32

Friends and Dates 34

Chapter 6 Survival Guide 36

Talk About it 38

Keeping Healthy 40

Time for Bed 42

Loving Life 44

Glossary 46

Further Reading 47

Index 48

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2018
Gr 6–8—Puberty is challenging enough without the added pressures from bullies, family troubles, drugs, and financial dependency on others. This series prepares teens to tackle these tough issues in a smart, well-informed way. Each volume provides thoroughly detailed background knowledge about its subject so that young people can make better-informed decisions in their lives. The survival strategies and practical tips contained within are quite good and are presented in a practical and appealing manner. Clear infographics are also presented with steps to take for successful management of each topic to reach one's goal. Self-esteem's role in healthy decision-making is stressed, as is being in touch with one's feelings and able to communicate them effectively. With its gentle, reassuring tone, like that of a helpful older sibling or caregiver, this series should not be missed. VERDICT An essential guide to navigating the challenges of puberty and life beyond.

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