What's Happening to Me?: Boys Edition

My son just turned 10 and I want him to be prepared (he sees his 11 year old sister "changing" and he's interested in when his own puberty will start) and has been watching for his own new hair growth. We needed a book that addressed his interest and possible concerns about what puberty was and what to expect for himself.This book fit the bill exactly! It has very accessible text, nice color illustrations that don't overdo the "cute" factor that some illustrations attempt. Topics covered were what I wanted him to know about and I approved of the straight forward but not over-the-top approach to how much information was presented for this age group.This isn't a text that tries to impose the author's own morals or ethics, but merely impart important information to children on the cusp of puberty (or already there) and let them know that the changes (emotional and physical) and feelings are normal and who to talk to about when they're not sure.I also very much appreciated that the last section of the book addresses what's going on with girls at the same (or not) time.Just the right amount of text and length for the age and topic when you're moving from a basic book on the "birds and the bees" to more specific information aimed at the child himself and his body and feelings. I also appreciated that the author addresses the changing hygiene needs of the child.My husband decided to read it aloud to our son the first time through, so he could ask questions and they could talk about my husband's own experiences in puberty. Now he can have it to read at his own pace and what topic is interesting to him at the moment.We purchased the same book, but for girls for our daughter, to use in addition to the excellent one by American Girl that the previous review mentions. My daughter loves that book and I've looked for a long time for one like it for boys. This is it! I don't think you can go wrong if you're looking for an open, accessible and just the right length book to get the discussion rolling at your house.

This book was recommended to me by the son of one of my dear friends (he's the same age as my son). The content is presented in a matter of fact way and my sons didn't get super "eeeew" about it. It went into so much more than the traditional "talk", which I liked (ex. voice changing, irritability/aggression, zits, behavior of girls). We're a conservative household and I feel that the content was very respectful and appropriate for my sons. I would recommend this book.

My son is turning 12 years old in a month. Some people might say I waited too long to have this discussion, but I was waiting for him to ask. He asked and so I got this book. Great, Great, Great book. Very age appropriate for a 10 - 12 year old. Easy words, covers all the basic's and isn't too graphic. Made having the talk alot easier, so I wouldn't forget anything. This particular book is for Boys, so I am for sure buying the one for Girls in a few years for my daughter.

I think it’s a wonderful book for puberty aged kiddos, so I bought it for my 12 yr old Grandson who’s voice recently dropped and his Daddy passed away so he doesn’t have him to ask questions, however, he has ZERO interest in it!!! Not even looking through it! Says he doesn’t need it.🤦🏼‍♀️ Ughhhh I just hope it’s embarrassing to him and he DOES read it in private in his room or whatever?! 🤷🏼‍♀️

This book is great it speaks to them on their level and doesn’t glaze over the nitty gritty. It also talks about their feelings or questions they might have.

Love this book. It is exactly what we needed to talk to my 11 year old son about what will happen to him and his body in the days, weeks, months, years to come! His voice has started to crack a bit and he is asking questions. Great buy!

Great book! Used this to have "the talk" with our 6th grader. Then left the book with him to read or reference to in private. We used the girl version for our now 16 year and it was a great way to start the talk and then leave something for them to read on when needed or wanted.

Book arrived early and in perfect condition! This will be helpful for my son who is growing quickly, and asking questions.