Describes the physical and emotional changes that occur in boys (and, to a lesser extent, in girls) during puberty and discusses sexual activity, homosexuality, AIDS, and other related topics.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Extremely dangerous words in chapter nine!!!!!:
I just want all parents out there to understand that while "sexually experimenting with other boys" (chapter nine) may be "normal", it can also easily be considered a CRIME for which your son can be prosecuted. BE CAREFUL WITH THIS BOOK!!!!!!
Just what I needed!:
My son went through puberty early (10), and was too embarrassed to talk about anything. I gave him the book. He read it (he hid it, so I have no idea when he would sneak a peak!), and then when I would bring up things, he already knew about them, or would finally ask questions. It actually went along quite well with his school "family planning" program they have in the fifth grade. And I'm talking about a Catholic school! I am more liberal than my husband, and I found this book didn't offend either my... more info
Parent Supervision A MUST!!:
This book contains a wealth of information. Most pre teen and young teen boys need the information this book provides, but use caution. You should read it first and decide if it is right for your household and values. I had my son read the first half which I felt was age appropriate and valuable. However, the second half discusses sex in a very casual nature. If your target reader is 10 to 14 years old the word abstinence should be mentioned at least once! Statements in the book seem to give permission to... more info
puberty education:
Great book for my nephew - he enjoyed reading it and asking me questions a bout it.
