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Period.: A Girl's Guide [Paperback]

JoAnn Loulan , Bonnie Worthen , Marcia Quackenbush , Chris Wold Dyrud
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)

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Book Description

January 2001 6 and up
The start of hormonal changes can be troubling, even traumatic, for young girls. Now fully revised and updated with a parents' guide, Period explains in a straightforward manner the changes all girls go through, answers common questions, and includes a brief description of a pelvic exam.

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From Publishers Weekly

A Girl's Guide by JoAnn Loulan and Bonnie Worthen, first published in 1979 and newly revised and updated, thoroughly covers questions about puberty and menstruation. The authors emphasize the positive (e.g., "Being comfortable with your own body is important") and use diagrams to familiarize readers with the inner workings of their bodies, including what happens during menstruation. A question-and-answer format in the last three chapters allows girls to locate easily the information they seek. A parent's guide bound into the back suggests how to begin a conversation about puberty, what to cover, etc. A thoughtful approach for young women facing changes. ; Jan.

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Gr. 5-7. The most obvious change in this revised edition (originally published in 1979 by Volcano Press) is the artwork. The design and the black-and-white line drawings, this time by Chris Wold Dyrud and Marcia Quackenbush, are far more appealing than those in the earlier book. The organization is also much better, with clear subheads setting up answers to questions about such basic, very practical matters as "What do I do when I get my period for the first time?" and "What kind of exercise can I do?" The text has undergone a few changes, too (there's acknowledgement of PMS, for example), though much is the same in its coverage of topics ranging from tampons and cramps to a pelvic exam. New to this edition are a calendar for photocopying and an index (awkwardly positioned before the helpful guide for parents). Unlike Robie Harris' It's Perfectly Normal (1994), the focus here is strictly on menstruation; this is not a book about puberty or an introduction to sexuality. But it's a warmly encouraging book, that tells it like it is for young girls. Stephanie Zvirin
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 6 and up
  • Paperback: 100 pages
  • Publisher: Book Peddlers, The; 4th edition (January 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0916773965
  • ISBN-13: 978-0916773960
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 7 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,953 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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68 of 69 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for all ages, well written, well illustrated February 7, 2002
By Nanette
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The information is accurate and written in an easy-to-understand format. The line drawings are interesting without being distracting or confusing. The book sticks to one topic, and one topic only. This reassuring and informative book can be enjoyed by girls of any age. Since girls are maturing early, and need this information at such a young age, I appreciate how this book could be shared with a young child without introducing sexual issues that the child isn't ready for.
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49 of 50 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Young Girls October 24, 2005
Format:Paperback
My daughter is nine... I wanted something that would help her with "the basics" without getting into too much detail about sex. I was looking for something that would focus on HER body and how she is feeling... this book did that perfectly!
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72 of 78 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what I've been looking for..... September 13, 2005
By Kim
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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.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars A little lacking
Period.: A Girl's Guide is lacking a lot of information.

It is aimed at younger girls, I'd say it's suitable for girls from 6 to 8 years old, it's a very basic... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jay
5.0 out of 5 stars girl's guide
this was exactly what i wanted for a young girl getting ready for changes in her body. thank you very much
Published 1 month ago by kansasgirl
5.0 out of 5 stars A Girls Guide (Period.)
A very informative book that I purchased for our older daughter a few years back and now, purchased another book for our younger daughter. Read more
Published 3 months ago by NCB
5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide
This is a good way to let your little girl know about the changes in her body. I would recommend it
Published 3 months ago by Lynda Barela
5.0 out of 5 stars A must.
Thank goodness for this book. I am not uncomfortable talking to my daughter about her period. But this book provides an outline for discussion. Read more
Published 4 months ago by monica clifton
1.0 out of 5 stars inconvenient
This is an uncomfortable subject for the intendend reader. To only offer it in an attention getting paper format is impractical. Read more
Published 5 months ago by why...
5.0 out of 5 stars So positive and encouraging for girls!
I read this book when I was about 11 and I must say it helped me to be proud of getting my getting my period. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Beanu
5.0 out of 5 stars Period: a girls guide
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... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Wanjie
5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative; pleasant tone
My mother got me a copy of this book when I was a girl, because I lived in an abstinence-only state. Read more
Published 8 months ago by The_L
3.0 out of 5 stars It's ok
I was looking for a book that would help me explain the process of menstruation to my girls. I have an 8 year old and an almost 10 year old, and figured I'd talk to them together. Read more
Published 8 months ago by B. Sinclair
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