Girl in the Mirror: Understanding Physical Changes

Girl in the Mirror features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to help preteen and teen girls feel comfortable with their changing bodies and know that they are not alone. Situations include developing early or late, dealing with acne, and struggling with eating disorders. Readers will learn positive coping skills while building self-esteem. Throughout the book, Talk About It questions encourage discussion. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are also included. Girl in the Mirror will leave readers feeling confident about what they've got. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Sources for further research Table of contents The Strong, Beautiful Girls series covers issues that preteen and teen girls deal with every day. Fictional narratives combine with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to inspire readers. Chapters include Talk About It questions to encourage discussion. Books conclude with Pay It Forward, which offers helpful tips to use and pass on. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are also included. Strong, Beautiful Girls is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Grades 6-9.