Puberty & Special Girls
Rose Stewart, Heather Anderson & Fay Angelo
A puberty resource written for girls with special needs.
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Here is a book to help boys understand the changes they go through when reaching puberty.
‘Secret Boys’ Business’ assists boys to understand the changes that occur in their bodies during puberty and beyond.
This book aims to:
– Present a simple brief account of changes boys experience at puberty.
– Celebrate changes to the male body.
– Dispel myths, legends and fears by presenting accurate information in a colourful, friendly format.
– Promote comfortable discussion.
– Enhance confidence and self-esteem of boys.
– Provide hints for parents, teachers and carers.
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Here is a book to help young girls understand the changes they go through when reaching puberty.
An increasing number of girls are reaching puberty as young as eight years of age. ‘Secret Girls’ Business’ will enable girls, and the important adults in their lives, to make this transition with joy and pride.
This book aims to:
– Present a simple brief account of puberty as part of a girls’ life journey.
– Celebrate changes to the female body.
– Dispel myths, legends and fears by presenting accurate information in a colourful, child friendly format.
– Promote comfortable discussion.
– Enhance confidence and self-esteem of young girls.
– Provide hints for parents, teachers and carers with special hints for Dads.
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