Growing up

A modern and inclusive guide to help every child understand their journey from childhood to being a grown-up. Shortlisted for The Week Junior Book Awards 2024! Growing up is a natural part of life. While puberty happens to everyone, every child's journey from childhood to being a grown-up will be as unique as they are! In this honest, accessible and inclusive guide to puberty, young readers can find out exactly what changes they and their peers may experience as they grow up. From getting taller and discovering hair growing in new places to developing breasts, experiencing periods or having wet dreams, this book provides the perfect stepping stone for every caregiver to have an open conversation with their child about what puberty really means. Created in consultation with a leading national LGBT+ organisation, a biology specialist and an equality, diversity and inclusivity consultant Covers biological sex and gender identity, physical changes, emotional development, navigating friendships, mental wellbeing, consent and boundaries, and online safety Includes a further reading section and glossary, including signposting where young readers can find unbiased support from trusted sources Other titles by Rachel Greener and Clare Owen include Making a Baby: An Inclusive Guide to How Every Family Begins