What's Happening to Me? The Boy One by Alex Frith & Micaela Tapsell - Ages 10+ - Paperback

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Details:. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781805313007. Publisher: Usborne. Age Range: 10+. Overview:. This totally revised edition of the bestselling What's Happening to Me? guide is written specifically with boys in mind, explaining puberty's physical and emotional changes in clear, friendly language. Featuring all-new cartoon artwork and sixteen extra pages, it covers growth spurts, voice changes, mood swings, sexuality and identity. Reassuring rather than clinical, it helps boys aged ten and up feel confident, informed and less alone as their bodies and feelings begin to change.. About the Book:. What's Happening To Me? The Boy One (What and Why) is a straightforward, non-judgemental tour through puberty tailored specifically for boys. Friendly cartoon illustrations explain physical changes such as growth spurts, body hair, shaving and voice breaking in terms a ten-year-old can grasp. Beyond biology, the book explores the emotional side of growing up too, tackling mood swings, new attractions, friendships and bigger questions of identity. Information is broken into short, digestible sections with clear examples and practical tips for starting conversations with parents, teachers or trusted adults. Real-life scenarios help readers understand that puberty is a completely normal part of growing up. This revised edition brings updated, more inclusive terminology while remaining warm and accessible, encouraging curiosity, questions and healthy habits, and reassuring readers that curiosity about sexuality and identity is entirely normal. Presented in a durable paperback, it works equally well as a first reference for boys yet to start puberty and as a companion for those already going through it, with clear guidance on boundaries, consent and respectful relationships.. Key Benefits:. Puberty guide written specifically with boys in mind. All-new cartoon artwork plus 16 extra pages in this revised edition. Covers physical changes, emotions, sexuality and identity age-appropriately. Supports open conversations at home, school or with mentors. Trusted, bestselling Usborne series used in schools and libraries. Sturdy paperback, ideal for repeated reading and reference. About the Author:. Alex Frith is an experienced Usborne non-fiction author and editor, known for translating sensitive topics into clear, age-appropriate language. Micaela Tapsell co-authors this revised edition, bringing further expertise in writing accessible content for pre-teens. Illustrated by Sánchez, with warm cartoon-style artwork making sensitive subjects approachable, the book was shaped with expert input from consultants in sex education, gender studies and medicine.. Why You'll Love This Book:. A clear, kind and genuinely useful puberty guide for boys, full of cheerful artwork and practical, real-world advice. Perfect for home, school or as a thoughtful gift, it opens up conversations and helps boys feel confident and informed about the changes ahead.. Please Note: Cover shown is the UK edition; ISBN and edition details are as listed above.