[.ca] Growing Up: It's a Girl Thing (ISBN 0679890270)

Patronizing, lacks good illustrations:
I was extremely disappointed in this book, given the glowing reviews it has received here. The introduction describes the author's fond memories of her uninhibited mother asking her to fetch sanitary napkins, walking naked around the house, and positioning her breasts in her bra. Perhaps this book is best suited to the daughters of similarly uninhibited women. I found the semi-burlesque description embarrassing, and worried my daughter will feel deprived because her mommy values a modicum of privacy. The cartoonish diagrams were vague and unhelpful. I'm afraid the introduction set the whole tone of the book, and I found the rest just plain annoying. I will save this book for when my daughter is 13, she may find it amusing. In the mean time I'll get a good anatomy book, explain what all the "parts" are for, and go from there.

Informative book for girls:
My daughter is 9 and found this book to be very interesting. It answers alot of questions girls have and are afraid or embaressed to ask. This book opens the doors to communication, a must have for all girls to read!

Not what I expected...:
I was very disappointed when I receieved this book that I ordered for my nine year old daughter. In fact, I have decided not to give it to her at this time. I think it is for a little bit older girl or one who is already "maturing". I was looking for a "first" book about periods, growing/changing bodies, etc. From the reviews I read online, that is what I thought it was. It seems more geared towards girls who are already experiencing these life changes.

Growing Up: It's a Girl Tthing:
This is an excellent book for girls age 8 and up to read for themselves, very clear and comprehensive for the yourger side of girls reaching puberty.

Great Introduction to Young Womanhood!:
For girls nine and up, this book is a wonderful introduction to the unknown mysteries that lie ahead. For parent and daughter, its content meets the needs of a young girl soon to reach puberty. A very helpful guide for both parent and daughter. Evelyn Horan - teacher/counselor/author Jeannie, A Texas Frontier Girl, Book One Jeannie, A Texas Frontier Girl, Book Two