The Care and Keeping of You 1: The Body Book for Younger Girls (American Girl® Wellbeing)
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The bestselling body book for girls ages 8 and up, now updated for the 25th anniversary!
Our best-selling body book for girls just got even better! With all-new illustrations and updated content for girls ages 8 and up, it features tips, how-tos, and facts from the experts. (Medical consultant: Cara Natterson, MD.) You’ll find answers to questions about your changing body, from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to bras, periods to pimples, and everything in between. Once you feel comfortable with what’s happening, you’ll be ready to move on to the The Care & Keeping of You 2!
From the Publisher
With updated anniversary editions of our groundbreaking Care & Keeping of You series, a new generation of girls can discover fresh ideas and advice for growing up happy and healthy.
Get head-to-toe answers for questions about hair care, periods, pimples, and more.
Learn from letters written to American Girl by real girls seeking insight and support.
Choose the right book for your girl’s age to match the stage of her brain and body.
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Description
Book 2 in our best-selling body book series for girls will guide you through the next steps of growing up. This book covers new questions about periods, your growing body, peer pressure, and more! This companion to The Care & Keeping of You, this updated interactive journal allows girls to record their moods, track their periods, and keep in touch with their overall health and well-being. This invaluable companion to The Care & Keeping of You received its own fresh update! The Feelings Book will help you understand your emotions, and deal with them in positive ways. This helpful resource book is filled with over 100 letters from real girls like you with questions about their changing bodies, and expert answers to each one. This book offers expert insight into drama, from jealousy to gossip to cyberbullying, and how to deal with it. Includes quotes and advice from real girls like you, plus tips and quizzes! From the author of the Care & Keeping of You series! Get tips and facts on everything from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to shaving, acne to voice changes, and everything in between.
Publisher : American Girl Publishing; 3rd edition (January 2, 2024)
Language : English
Paperback : 104 pages
ISBN-10 : 1683372301
ISBN-13 : 978-1683372301
Reading age : 8 – 10 years, from customers
Item Weight : 10.3 ounces
Dimensions : 7 x 0.3 x 10.87 inches
13 reviews for The Care and Keeping of You 1: The Body Book for Younger Girls (American Girl® Wellbeing)
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Kelsey Kuhn-SAHM –
A Must-Have Book for Growing Girls!
I bought The Care and Keeping of You for my daughter, and it has been an absolute game-changer! It explains everything about body changes, hygiene, and self-care in a way that is age-appropriate, informative, and reassuring.✔ Easy to Understand – The language is clear and perfect for young readers.✔ Covers Important Topics – Everything from body changes to emotional well-being.✔ Empowering & Positive – Helps girls feel confident about growing up.✔ Great Illustrations – Engaging and visually helpful.My daughter feels more prepared and comfortable about the changes ahead, and I love that it encourages self-care and body positivity. If you’re looking for a supportive, educational book for preteens, this one is a must-have! Highly recommend!
Karla –
Great introduction to puberty for young girls
I got this for my ten year old to help her understand some of the changes her body is and will be going through during puberty. It’s a great book that is appropriately written for young girls to read and feel positive about these new changes they are experiencing. We don’t always know exactly what to share at what age and sometimes it is easier for the child to read about it for themselves without feeling any other opinions. Highly recommend.
shanelle m. caveda –
Great illustrations!
Is this book is perfect for girls age 8 to 10. Not only does it show you what products do, it shows you how to use them. In fun and colorful illustrations appropriate for their age. This is exactly what I was looking for for my 8-year-old. Every page is fun and informative which keeps you engaged. And the writing is perfect for their reading level.
Amazon Customer –
Good conversation topics for 10 year old girls
This is a great book for my 10 year old. It covers necessary topics without discussing certain things that she doesn’t need to learn about yet. No sex conversations. Just discussions about how her body will be changing and how to take care of it. Along with topics regarding friendships and the other things that come with becoming an adolescent.
Trish K –
Great book for elementary school
My kiddo is an elementary school and I was trying to figure out a good book for her to read. My coworker made the suggestion. They keep it informative, light, enough description to explain what’s going on but not enough detail to where you’re asked a million questions and now stuck in an uncomfortable situation. They do have some diagrams and pictures in the book although I don’t remember seeing any of private areas. It taught my kiddo a lot about her body that will change as she gets a little older. We were able to discuss feminine products and it encouraged her to take a shower. Great book and I recommend it!
Jason Wolff –
Highly recommended for 8–10 year-old girls
The Care and Keeping of You 1: The Body Book for Younger Girls (American Girl® Wellbeing):This book was recommended during yearly 9th year daughter’s checkup by her doctor. I think it’s pretty good to prepare young girls for body changes. It is more than just puberty information, but various things in life, emotions, and caring for oneself and body. It does lead to lots of questions but at least this book is great as explaining in age-appropriate ways some of them. My daughter really liked the book.
JessKR –
The BEST intro to puberty for young girls
The BEST intro to puberty for young girls. Was informative but not overly divulging or graphic. Sticks to puberty/body changes and doesn’t get into reproduction. Written in a way that is understandable and umbrella level. Would recommend for sure!
Josefina –
Book about period and emotions
Great book for girls between 8 and 10yo.It teaches about self care, emotions and head to toe advices. Also talks about period, an important time during a girls life.
Nadine Cadman –
After extensive research, I found this to be the perfect book for my 9-year-old. It covers all aspects of the human body comprehensively, which I really appreciate. The information is presented in an engaging way, with plenty of illustrations that keep my child interested. One feature I especially value is the “body talk” sections, which address the emotions tied to each topic. These sections provide essential understanding and support for kids navigating these changes. I also appreciate that the book focuses on self-acceptance and LOVING THE BODY YOU WERE BORN WITH. Highly recommended!
Safina H. –
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Agnese –
This book is what I needed. It helped me start a conversation with my 9 year old daughter and go through all her questions and doubts. She started reading it as soon as it was delivered and she was done in one afternoon. It has become her guide to navigate this difficult but beautiful transition time
R. T. –
Simple good explanations about growth and changes in the pre-teen and early teen years.
Nicole –
Glad I bought it, helps explain stuff in a fun way