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PublisherQuirk Books

ISBN-101683694317

ISBN-139781683694311

eBay Product ID (ePID)18071784264

Product Key Features

Book TitleGrowing Into You! : an Inclusive, Shame-Busting, Get-Real Guide to Your Changing Body and Mind

Number of Pages176 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicHealth & Daily Living / Maturing, Life Sciences / Anatomy & Physiology (See Also Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology), Social Topics / New Experience, Science & Nature / Anatomy & Physiology

Publication Year2025

IllustratorGilmartin, Brianna, Yes

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction, Science

AuthorMelissa Pintor Carnagey

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight14.5 Oz

Item Length8.7 in

Item Width6.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

LCCN2024-043853

Reviews"Although the work specifically addresses a young adolescent audience, many adults will find value in it. The author presents the information clearly, concisely, and nonjudgmentally and reminds readers that there's no room for shame in discussing these topics."-- Kirkus Reviews "From growth spurts and growing pains to voice changes and self-care, Growing into You! is our family's go-to resource for discussing puberty with confidence."--Britt Hawthorne, New York Times best-selling author of Raising Antiracist Children: A Practical Parenting Guide " Growing into You! is essential reading both for young people and the adults who love them. Melissa Pintor Carnagey's work is always among my top sex ed resource recommendations, and this new book invites curiosity, learning, and long-overdue shedding of shame."--Christine Koh, PhD, cohost of Edit Your Life and coauthor of Minimalist Parenting "I highly recommend Growing into You! for tweens and young teens. . . . It's a valuable tool for parents, educators, and young people themselves to navigate the complexities of puberty and sexuality with confidence and respect."--Candice Nicole Hargons, PhD, award-winning psychologist, sexologist, and author of Good Sex: Stories, Science, and Strategies for Sexual Liberation "The ultimate guide to puberty; Melissa Pintor Carnagey does it again! Melissa is the go-to sex educator for accessing books and resources for both parents and kids...This book is accessible, inclusive, and just what the world is needing right now. Sure to be engaging and grow with you, Growing into You! is the guide we've been waiting for since The Care and Keeping of You ."--Kristen Lilla, LCSW, CST-S, CSE-S, and Christian Hoeger, MEd, LMHP, authors of Vaginas and Periods 101: A Pop-Up Book "A must-read for anyone navigating the journey of adolescence."--Alyssa Blask Campbell, MEd, author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions "Full of practical guidance, interactive learning, Q&As on the topics that real kids are asking about, and adorable illustrations, this is exactly what a child needs as they grow into themselves!"--Sarah Casper, founder of Comprehensive Consent and author of The Kids and Consent Curriculum " Growing into You! is the perfect addition to any tween's bookshelf, covering important sex ed topics in such an approachable, inclusive, and entertaining way."--Jennifer Litner, PhD, LMFT, CST, CST-S, founder of Embrace Sexual Wellness " Growing into You! offers a shame-free, in-depth, fresh, positive perspective on puberty for parents and kids alike."--Rowena Thomas, founder of Amazing Me Sexual Health Education "Kids deserve real information about what to expect during puberty, and that's what they'll get from Growing into You! "--Christopher Pepper, award-winning health educator and coauthor of Talk to Your Boys, "From growth spurts and growing pains to voice changes and self-care, Growing into You! is our family's go-to resource for discussing puberty with confidence."--Britt Hawthorne, New York Times best-selling author of Raising Antiracist Children: A Practical Parenting Guide " Growing into You! is essential reading both for young people and the adults who love them. Melissa Pintor Carnagey's work is always among my top sex ed resource recommendations, and this new book invites curiosity, learning, and long-overdue shedding of shame."--Christine Koh, PhD, cohost of Edit Your Life and coauthor of Minimalist Parenting "I highly recommend Growing into You! for tweens and young teens. . . . It's a valuable tool for parents, educators, and young people themselves to navigate the complexities of puberty and sexuality with confidence and respect."--Candice Nicole Hargons, PhD, award-winning psychologist, sexologist, and author of Good Sex: Stories, Science, and Strategies for Sexual Liberation "The ultimate guide to puberty; Melissa Pintor Carnagey does it again! Melissa is the go-to sex educator for accessing books and resources for both parents and kids...This book is accessible, inclusive, and just what the world is needing right now. Sure to be engaging and grow with you, Growing into You! is the guide we've been waiting for since The Care and Keeping of You ."--Kristen Lilla, LCSW, CST-S, CSE-S, and Christian Hoeger, MEd, LMHP, authors of Vaginas and Periods 101: A Pop-Up Book "A must-read for anyone navigating the journey of adolescence."--Alyssa Blask Campbell, MEd, author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions "Full of practical guidance, interactive learning, Q&As on the topics that real kids are asking about, and adorable illustrations, this is exactly what a child needs as they grow into themselves!"--Sarah Casper, founder of Comprehensive Consent and author of The Kids and Consent Curriculum " Growing into You! is the perfect addition to any tween's bookshelf, covering important sex ed topics in such an approachable, inclusive, and entertaining way."--Jennifer Litner, PhD, LMFT, CST, CST-S, founder of Embrace Sexual Wellness " Growing into You! offers a shame-free, in-depth, fresh, positive perspective on puberty for parents and kids alike."--Rowena Thomas, founder of Amazing Me Sexual Health Education, "Although the work specifically addresses a young adolescent audience, many adults will find value in it. The author presents the information clearly, concisely, and nonjudgmentally and reminds readers that there's no room for shame in discussing these topics."-- Kirkus Reviews "From growth spurts and growing pains to voice changes and self-care, Growing into You! is our family's go-to resource for discussing puberty with confidence."--Britt Hawthorne, New York Times best-selling author of Raising Antiracist Children: A Practical Parenting Guide " Growing into You! is essential reading both for young people and the adults who love them. Melissa Pintor Carnagey's work is always among my top sex ed resource recommendations, and this new book invites curiosity, learning, and long-overdue shedding of shame."--Christine Koh, PhD, cohost of Edit Your Life and coauthor of Minimalist Parenting "I highly recommend Growing into You! for tweens and young teens. . . . It's a valuable tool for parents, educators, and young people themselves to navigate the complexities of puberty and sexuality with confidence and respect."--Candice Nicole Hargons, PhD, award-winning psychologist, sexologist, and author of Good Sex: Stories, Science, and Strategies for Sexual Liberation "The ultimate guide to puberty; Melissa Pintor Carnagey does it again! Melissa is the go-to sex educator for accessing books and resources for both parents and kids...This book is accessible, inclusive, and just what the world is needing right now. Sure to be engaging and grow with you, Growing into You! is the guide we've been waiting for since The Care and Keeping of You ."--Kristen Lilla, LCSW, CST-S, CSE-S, and Christian Hoeger, MEd, LMHP, authors of Vaginas and Periods 101: A Pop-Up Book "A must-read for anyone navigating the journey of adolescence."--Alyssa Blask Campbell, MEd, author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions "Full of practical guidance, interactive learning, Q&As on the topics that real kids are asking about, and adorable illustrations, this is exactly what a child needs as they grow into themselves!"--Sarah Casper, founder of Comprehensive Consent and author of The Kids and Consent Curriculum " Growing into You! is the perfect addition to any tween's bookshelf, covering important sex ed topics in such an approachable, inclusive, and entertaining way."--Jennifer Litner, PhD, LMFT, CST, CST-S, founder of Embrace Sexual Wellness " Growing into You! offers a shame-free, in-depth, fresh, positive perspective on puberty for parents and kids alike."--Rowena Thomas, founder of Amazing Me Sexual Health Education, "With a compassionate tone, accurate information, and thoughtful design, this book is easily one of the best resources available for those navigating adolescence."--Jessica Calaway, School Library Journal , starred review "Although the work specifically addresses a young adolescent audience, many adults will find value in it. The author presents the information clearly, concisely, and nonjudgmentally and reminds readers that there's no room for shame in discussing these topics."-- Kirkus Reviews "From growth spurts and growing pains to voice changes and self-care, Growing into You! is our family's go-to resource for discussing puberty with confidence."--Britt Hawthorne, New York Times best-selling author of Raising Antiracist Children: A Practical Parenting Guide " Growing into You! is essential reading both for young people and the adults who love them. Melissa Pintor Carnagey's work is always among my top sex ed resource recommendations, and this new book invites curiosity, learning, and long-overdue shedding of shame."--Christine Koh, PhD, cohost of Edit Your Life and coauthor of Minimalist Parenting "I highly recommend Growing into You! for tweens and young teens. . . . It's a valuable tool for parents, educators, and young people themselves to navigate the complexities of puberty and sexuality with confidence and respect."--Candice Nicole Hargons, PhD, award-winning psychologist, sexologist, and author of Good Sex: Stories, Science, and Strategies for Sexual Liberation "The ultimate guide to puberty; Melissa Pintor Carnagey does it again! Melissa is the go-to sex educator for accessing books and resources for both parents and kids...This book is accessible, inclusive, and just what the world is needing right now. Sure to be engaging and grow with you, Growing into You! is the guide we've been waiting for since The Care and Keeping of You ."--Kristen Lilla, LCSW, CST-S, CSE-S, and Christian Hoeger, MEd, LMHP, authors of Vaginas and Periods 101: A Pop-Up Book "A must-read for anyone navigating the journey of adolescence."--Alyssa Blask Campbell, MEd, author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions "Full of practical guidance, interactive learning, Q&As on the topics that real kids are asking about, and adorable illustrations, this is exactly what a child needs as they grow into themselves!"--Sarah Casper, founder of Comprehensive Consent and author of The Kids and Consent Curriculum " Growing into You! is the perfect addition to any tween's bookshelf, covering important sex ed topics in such an approachable, inclusive, and entertaining way."--Jennifer Litner, PhD, LMFT, CST, CST-S, founder of Embrace Sexual Wellness " Growing into You! offers a shame-free, in-depth, fresh, positive perspective on puberty for parents and kids alike."--Rowena Thomas, founder of Amazing Me Sexual Health Education "Kids deserve real information about what to expect during puberty, and that's what they'll get from Growing into You! "--Christopher Pepper, award-winning health educator and coauthor of Talk to Your Boys " Growing into You! uses empathy and inclusivity to help young people understand the full experience of puberty's physical, emotional, and social changes. The relatable tone and interactive nature meet kids where they are in order for them to truly take on board all the important information in the book."--Vanessa Kroll Bennett, coauthor of This Is So Awkward, " Growing into You! is essential reading both for young people and the adults who love them. Melissa Pintor Carnagey's work is always among my top sex ed resource recommendations, and this new book invites curiosity, learning, and long-overdue shedding of shame."--Christine Koh, PhD, cohost of Edit Your Life and coauthor of Minimalist Parenting "I highly recommend Growing into You! for tweens and young teens. . . . It's a valuable tool for parents, educators, and young people themselves to navigate the complexities of puberty and sexuality with confidence and respect."--Candice Nicole Hargons, PhD, award-winning psychologist, sexologist, and author of Good Sex: Stories, Science, and Strategies for Sexual Liberation "A must-read for anyone navigating the journey of adolescence."--Alyssa Blask Campbell, MEd, author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions

Grade FromFifth Grade

Grade ToNinth Grade

SynopsisFor tweens and young teens of all gender identities, a shame-busting, interactive guide to puberty! Body hair. Changing friendships, feelings, and fluids. The tween years can be awkward and confusing-but with enough information and an open mind, you can thrive! Growing into You! has all the puberty facts you're looking for and more. For example, did you know that . . . Voice changes happen to people of all genders? Breast buds aren't something only girls develop? Sleep actually helps your bones and muscles grow? Everyone has their own unique relationship to gender? Packed with essential information, conversation starters, reflection exercises, surprising facts, and fun activities, the book contains plenty for you to take into the real world with you. After all, growing into you is a journey-so it's time to embrace curiosity, ask questions, and treat your body with respect and care! "With a compassionate tone, -accurate information, and thoughtful -design, this book is easily one of the best resources available for those -navigating -adolescence." -Jessica Calaway, School Library Journal , starred review, For tweens and young teens of all gender identities, a shame-busting, interactive guide to puberty! Body hair. Changing friendships, feelings, and fluids. The tween years can be awkward and confusing--but with enough information and an open mind, you can thrive! Growing into You! has all the puberty facts you're looking for and more. For example, did you know that . . . Voice changes happen to people of all genders? Breast buds aren't something only girls develop? Sleep actually helps your bones and muscles grow? Everyone has their own unique relationship to gender? Packed with essential information, conversation starters, reflection exercises, surprising facts, and fun activities, the book contains plenty for you to take into the real world with you. After all, growing into you is a journey--so it's time to embrace curiosity, ask questions, and treat your body with respect and care! "With a compassionate tone, accurate information, and thoughtful design, this book is easily one of the best resources available for those navigating adolescence." --Jessica Calaway, School Library Journal , starred review

LC Classification NumberQP84.4.C37 2025