Guy Stuff: The Body Book for Boys (American Girl® Wellbeing) Paperback – August 8, 2017

I accidentally came across this book via an American Girl FB post. I was so excited to see a boy's version of the girl's book that I know and love. This book didn't disappoint. It is literally the boy version of The Care and Keeping of You. It talks about taking care of your body, the changes you will see in your body, etc. For those who are wondering how in detail it gets with "boy" stuff, there is a two page spread on the different stages of growth and there are cartoon drawings to show each stage (penis/testicle/pubic hair.) There is a section that talks about circumcision and explains what it is. There is also a two page spread that talks about erections, how to hide them if it accidentally happens when you're with people, and there are a couple paragraphs about nocturnal emissions/wet dreams. This book does not go into sex or sexuality, which I love because I don't think that's appropriate for the age group the book is written for. The nocturnal emission part is tasteful and done from a scientific perspective only, i.e. it is a normal part of growing up and it is nothing to be embarrassed about, and don't worry, it's not pee. It doesn't go into anything further than that. Overall I am very happy with this book! Oh yeah- one more thing- there is no "American Girl" branding on the front of the book, but it does have it mentioned inside the front cover, probably where most boys wouldn't read anyway. :)

I ordered this for my 10 year old son. I smelled BO on him for the first time the other day and knew it was time to start having SOME discussions. I read all of this book before giving it to him. It is a very matter of fact approach about hygiene, a boy’s body and the changes that are sure to come over the next few years. This is a great first level book about male puberty; other than stating that a girl’s body changes too, it does not discuss female puberty. It also does not discuss intercourse. This is exactly what I was looking for at this point in terms of what I feel is appropriate at this age and for my son.

This book has been super helpful for talking about puberty changes with our almost 10 year old son. We read a few chapters together at night and it doesn’t feel awkward at all. The pages are all colorful with fun graphics and fonts. He was unsure at first but now he asks to read it each night! I highly recommend!

"Guy Stuff: The Body Book for Boys" is a comprehensive and accessible resource that addresses the physical, emotional, and social changes that boys experience during puberty. Written in a relatable and engaging style, this book provides essential information and guidance to help boys navigate this transformative stage of life with confidence and understanding.

If your child gets embarrassed easily, like mine, this is a perfect gift! I put it in his stocking, and I know he is reading it on his own. It has helpful information and answers all of the embarrassing questions boys don't want to ask! Highly recommend!

This book made an awkward conversation completely tolerable! As a mom, I had no idea where to start! What if I didn't know exactly what would happen? What if he experienced things and asked questions I had no answers to? Not only did this book help ME prepare to talk to my son about his upcoming changes BUT it help him with answers to questions he didn't even know how to ask! Now that I have girls going through this stage I have found the same author makes one for girls! Thank the lord! As a female myself, there are certain experiences I didn't have that others did. These books help us parents and children prepare for the upcoming changes no matter the experience.Thank you so much for all the information AND pictures!With gratitude, the relieved parent

After kids of research for the right intro to puberty book for or 10 year old, we landed in this one. The author writes in a way that is easy to read and relatable to boys that age. It does not come across preachy or condescending, but more like a big brother or trusted friend who's talking to them. I didn't feel like it went into too much detail about things he's not ready for yet. And everything was written in a simple, chill, matter-of-fact way. We are super open and had already discussed some of this with our son as well as how babies are made etc. We have always answered questions as they come, as well as checking with him to see if he had any questions in our regular conversations. So a lot of this wasn't completely new to him. However it got through to him better than we could. When your mom and dad say it's important to put your deodorant on and shower everyday, kids probably feel like it's just another naggy thing parents want you to do. But when they read it in a book or a cool big brother figure tells them and even explains it (likely just as the parents had), it clicks in their brain. My son stopped fighting us on the daily shower after reading this and he is taking better care of his skin. I'm glad we purchased this one! It's an awesome and helpful book that I wish was around for my brothers!

Read a little at a time with my son and found it good information for both of us ... he now has an understanding of the changes going on in his body and we can talk about it openly. Very useful!!!