Period.: A Girl's Guide

Helpful guide for girls.

This book will be perfect for my 9 yr old and I to use as we discuss her next few years. It is so clear and written at a level she will surely understand. I have read MANY MANY books but they all mesh this topic in along with topics which are too old for a 9 yr old. However three of her friends have already started so she needs to be informed now.As everyone has mentioned the text and drawings are very clear. I was afraid I would have to sketch things out for her - but not now since it's all here. The more teenage topic is quickly referenced on two separate pages in this book - but if she asks I will just say it's for a later discussion. I will be using this book along with Nancy Rue's "The Body Book, It's a God Thing". Both of these books are very well suited for a 9 yr old.I passed on "The Care and Keeping of You" and "Ready, Set, Grow" for adding in too much information that young girls don't need at ages 9 or 10.

I like it. I do miss the old line drawings, but maybe that's not a popular opinion! Lol! It's nice to share a book with my 9 year old that I read at about the same age. I could do without the links to further sex ed via Planned Parenthood in the back, but we just ignore that part and teach our family's values in that regard. Still a great book for kids with questions about puberty and their changing bodies. I love the positive, straightforward tone.

I really felt like this book contained a lot of information that was somewhat outdated and not really relevant when it was re-published in 2001, making it even more out-dated now. I'm pretty sure that stick tampons were no longer on the market when I began menstruating nearly 20 years ago, yet they are mentioned and pictured in this book as if they are still an option. The drawings of sanitary pads are also extremely outdated - thin, body-shaped pads were the norm back when I got my first period, yet these show the very bulky design of at least 40 years ago.For the most part, the information is age-appropriate for a younger girl, there isn't really any talk about sexuality or anything I'd consider "iffy" for a 9 year old, so that is nice, but this book just kind of left me wanting a little more detail/information. Thankfully I also ordered another book that explains things a little differently and with a more body-positive approach, which I think is very important to girls today.

I enjoyed reading this book it was informative and written in simple easy to understand style. My 10 year old daughter also liked the book because it was uncomplicated and they broke down this very complex period of life into words and illustrations that she could both relate to and understand.We both read the book together which assisted in our mother/daughter relationship as it was something we could share. I also like the fact that the book looked beyond periods and talked about overall wellness and health of the pre-teen. I would encourage any mother with a child about to enter puberty to purchase this book for their pre-teen.Wanjie

I purchased this book for my 12 year old daughter. It is an informative book with some monochromatic illustrations. I also purchased "Ready, Set, Grow". My daughter's opinion is that "Ready, Set, Grow" was an easier reading style, more colorful and more fun to read. I have to agree with her. I also enjoyed reading the other book more than this one.I would recommend this book, but if you're only going to buy ONE book, I'd recommend "Ready, Set, Grow".

I purchased this book for my 10 year old daughter - I remembered reading it myself when I was probably her age. I was so happy I was able to get a copy - but bummed out a bit when I opened the box it came in - the back cover was bent a bit. I won't be returning it. It's okay, we'll read it at home, we'll probably even bend a few pages ourselves over time. It is bent enough, though, that I wouldn't be comfortable giving it as a gift or anything like that. We have Prime and we got the book really quick.

My 9 year old read the whole book the first day she got it. It was a wonderful way for me as a parent to begin a conversation that I was not ready for. I gave her the book to read first, and after she read the book, the two of us began our discussion. As a parent, who was not sure how to start a discussion about the what happens to a girl as she matures, the book was an excellent resource.

Really good for a young girl preparing for her first period. Age-appropriate and uncomplicated. I would recommend to all mums and grandmothers and aunts to give to their girls. Knowledge is power, and it takes the fear out of it.

bought for 10 year old niece who's started puberty, but it hasent interested her much she hardly picked it up, no colour inside, thin, soft back book was expecting hardback for the price

Daughter loved this- read it in one sitting on a Sunday morning sat in mums bed. Asked questions and felt at east. Book was good and I could add more biological things where needed. Good level without being too in her face

very good book

Very simple, clear and understandable for 10yr old. Happy to leave with 10yr old to read who found it helpful.