How To Grow Up And Feel Amazing by Dr Ranj Singh - The No-Worries Guide For Boys - Paperback

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Product Details. Condition: New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781526362957. Publisher: Wren & Rook. Age Range: 9-12. Overview. How to Grow Up and Feel Amazing! is a warm, funny and genuinely useful puberty guide written specifically for boys by the nation's favourite doctor, Dr Ranj Singh. Covering everything from body changes and emotions to friendships, family and online life, it answers the questions boys are often too embarrassed to ask out loud. Combining real NHS medical expertise with a chatty, reassuring tone, this paperback helps young readers feel informed, confident and completely normal during one of life's biggest transitions.. About the Book. Growing up can feel like a minefield, and Dr Ranj Singh is here to help boys navigate it without the awkwardness. Drawing on his career as an NHS paediatrician and his own experiences growing up, Dr Ranj breaks down exactly what happens to a boy's body and mind during puberty in clear, honest, age-appropriate language. Topics include physical changes such as voice breaking, body hair and growth spurts, alongside the emotional rollercoaster of mood swings, self-esteem and body image. The book doesn't shy away from trickier subjects either, offering sensitive, respectful guidance on relationships, consent, peer pressure, bullying and staying safe online. Illustrated throughout with cheeky, engaging artwork by David O'Connell, the book keeps things light and approachable even when tackling serious topics, making it far less intimidating than a traditional "birds and bees" talk. The No-Worries Guide for Boys was shortlisted for The British Book Awards 2022 Children's Non-Fiction category, reflecting its popularity with parents, teachers and young readers alike. Whether read independently or shared with a parent or carer, it's designed to spark honest conversations and reassure boys that whatever they're going through, they are not alone. It's become a go-to recommendation for schools, libraries and families looking for a