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112 pp.
| Kids Can
| March, 2010
|
TradeISBN 978-1-55453-303-9$18.95
(4)
YA
Illustrated by
Monika Melnychuk.
This health guide for pre-teens and young teenagers covers basic information about the physical and emotional changes of puberty. Chapters discuss everything from diet and exercise to doctor visits, while encouraging dialogue with caring adults. The information is solid, but the unattractive illustrations and design elements compromise its potential. Ind.