The Care & Keeping of You. 1, The #1 Body Book For Younger Girls / by Valorie Lee Schaefer ; Cara Natterson, MD, medical consultant ; illustrated by Josée Masse.
Body basics. The basic facts -- Heads up. Hair care ; Hair scare! ; Ears ; Eyes ; Mouth ; Braces ; Face ; Acne ; Sun sense ; Body talk -- Reach. Hands ; Underarms ; Breasts ; Bras ; Body talk -- Belly zone. Shapes & sizes ; Food ; Nutrition ; Body talk -- Big changes. Pubic area ; Period ; Body talk -- On the go. Legs ; Feet ; Fitness ; Sports safety ; Rest ; Sleep troubles ; Body talk -- The girl inside. Your feelings ; The whole you.
Summary:
"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!"--Amazon.com.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.