A funny, body-positive look at puberty for boys

Boys today are learning about and going through puberty at a younger age than ever before. Don’t Panic, It’s Puberty! offers a positive, reassuring look at the main changes that they will go through during puberty both physically and emotionally - from hair sprouting in unexpected places to spots, growth spurts, tiredness and mood swings.

The funny, cartoon-style illustrations keep the tone light but are anatomically accurate and show a range of real body types, encouraging inclusivity and self-acceptance.

The text and illustrations have been reviewed by a qualified medical doctor.

Contents

Don’t panic!

All change

Growing up. And up. And up.

You sound different

Hormones behind it all

A Spot of Bother

Hair everywhere

Time for a shave?

Keeping clean

Looking after your body

Catch some Z’s

Down there

First crushes

Feeling moody?

When it all gets too much

Talk it out

Time to man up?

Your own pace, your own destination

The end of puberty

Puberty timeline

Frequently asked questions

Glossary

Index