Best Children's Health & Maturing Books of 2025

"Guy Stuff: The Body Book for Boys" is an informative guide that covers a range of topics on boys' health and hygiene. It is authored by the same writer of the bestselling "Care & Keeping of You" series. The book is an excellent resource for boys who are going through puberty and have questions about their changing bodies. It covers everything from hair care to healthy eating, shaving, voice changes, and more. The book is written in a friendly and approachable tone, making it easy for boys to understand and follow. Overall, "Guy Stuff" is a must-read for boys who want to learn how to take care of themselves better."

The Care and Keeping of You 2 is a comprehensive guidebook for girls aged 10 and up, covering all the physical and emotional changes they will experience as they grow up. Dr. Cara Natterson offers expert advice on topics such as periods, personal care, and peer pressure, all presented in a thoughtful and accessible way. The book is filled with helpful illustrations and written in a language that is easy to understand. Overall, The Care and Keeping of You 2 is an essential resource for any young girl navigating the challenges of growing up.

The book "It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, Gender, and Sexual Health" is an updated and expanded edition that covers a wide range of topics related to sex and sexuality, including gender identity, LGBTQIA issues, contraception, and sexual abuse. It provides young readers with the knowledge and vocabulary they need to make informed decisions and stay healthy. The book is inclusive, accessible, and features language and art that have been updated to reflect modern times. It is a must-have resource for every family's library and is highly recommended for parents and children coming into adolescence.

It's So Amazing! is an outstanding book that provides fun, accurate, and comic-book-style artwork to answer children's questions about reproduction, sex, and sexuality. Created by the author and illustrator of It's Perfectly Normal, this book has been newly updated for its fifteenth anniversary. The clear, lively text reflects the interests of children age seven and up in how things work while giving them a healthy understanding of their bodies. The book is a cleverly illustrated guide to everything children need to know about eggs, sperm, birth, babies, and families. Overall, It's So Amazing! is a thoughtful, innovative, and comprehensive book that helps children with issues on their minds and gives all of us the language we need to share with them.

The Girl's Body Book is a must-read for pre-teen girls and their parents. The newly updated fifth edition covers everything girls need to know about growing up, from changing bodies to personal hygiene, self-confidence, leadership, and school safety. This comprehensive guide also tackles relevant issues like cyberbullying, internet safety, emotional health, and stress management. Kelli Dunham, RN, BSN, the author, uses a friendly and approachable tone to address all the confusing questions that pre-teen girls have about puberty. The Girl's Body Book is an excellent resource that empowers girls to navigate their teenage years with confidence.

Sex Is a Funny Word: A Book about Bodies, Feelings, and YOU is an engaging and informative comic book for children aged 8 to 10 and their parents or caregivers. Written by sex educator Cory Silverberg with illustrations by Fiona Smyth, the book introduces gender, bodies, relationships, and sexuality in a gender-neutral and accessible way. The book also includes diverse representations of children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identities. What makes this book exceptional is its introduction of the subjects of transgender identity, intersex conditions, and masturbation. The book is an essential resource for families who want to have open, honest, and respectful conversations about these important topics.

The Boy's Body Book (Fifth Edition) is an informative and comprehensive guide for boys going through puberty. Authored by nurse Kelli Dunham, the book covers everything from body changes to emotional health, cyberbullying, and personal boundaries. The fifth edition also includes topics like school safety and consent, learning disabilities, and stress management. With easy-to-understand language and illustrations by Steve Bjorkman, this #1 bestselling book is a must-have for pre-teen boys. Overall, The Boy's Body Book is an excellent resource that provides answers to questions that boys might feel too embarrassed to ask.

The Period Book: A Girl's Guide to Growing Up is a must-have book for adolescent girls. Written by Karen Gravelle and her fifteen-year-old niece, Jennifer Gravelle, this book helps girls understand their period, from what it is and what it feels like, to how to choose pads and tampons, to how to talk to their parents about it. The book guides girls through all the physical, emotional, and social changes that come with their period. With Debbie Palen's funny and sympathetic cartoons, this book is easy to read and understand. Overall, this book is warm, positive, and a great resource for parents and girls alike.

This book, written by Catherine Newman and published by Storey Publishing, LLC, is a helpful guidebook for children to learn essential life skills. With witty illustrations and clear instructions, kids will learn everything from doing chores to communication skills. Parents will appreciate the emphasis on independence, competence, and kindness. The book is an entertaining and succinct way to teach valuable skills that every kid (and adult) needs to know. Overall, it is an excellent resource for children to develop important habits and feel good about themselves.

Growing Up Powerful is a must-read for any young girl struggling to navigate the ups and downs of puberty. Written by acclaimed writer and editor Nona Willis Aronowitz, this book offers helpful advice, Q&As, and fun quizzes to help girls become their most confident selves. Aronowitz's writing style is engaging and relatable, making it easy for young readers to understand and apply the lessons presented in the book. Growing Up Powerful is a unique addition to the Children's Health & Maturing Books category and a valuable resource for any girl on the journey to self-discovery.