A Guy’s Guide to Puberty by Michelle Mitchell

Short Summary

A Guy’s Guide to Puberty by Michelle Mitchell is a friendly, inclusive, and down-to-earth guide that helps boys understand the changes of puberty without diving into the topic of sex. It focuses on physical, emotional, and social development, offering boys a clear and reassuring picture of what growing up looks and feels like.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 8 to 12 years.

Topics Discussed

Australian | Puberty

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What this book is about

  • A Guy’s Guide to Puberty gives boys a PG-rated explanation of puberty. It covers all the usual body changes (like voice changes, erections, and hair growth) but doesn’t go into the details of sex.
  • It also explores emotional wellbeing, friendships, and how to take care of your body – including topics like hygiene, skin care, sleep, and emotional regulation.
  • The tone is warm and conversational, making it easy for tweens to read and relate to. It even acknowledges that adults might feel awkward talking about these topics – and helps normalise that too.
  • The book briefly mentions how puberty looks in girls, helping boys build empathy and awareness of others’ experiences.
  • Michelle Mitchell draws on her background in teaching and youth work to deliver helpful, age-appropriate content that doesn’t overwhelm or shame.
  • It’s perfect for kids who are ready to learn about puberty but aren’t quite ready for the sex conversation.
  • A great choice for families who want to keep the focus on puberty and growing up, while keeping things light, respectful, and relatable.
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I hope you find this book review helpful!

Happy talking!
❤️ Cath

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Cath Hakanson is a qualified family sex educator, sexual health nurse and author with 30+ years of clinical and education experience. As an AuDHD parent of two neurodivergent children, she creates clear, practical sex ed resources that help parents talk about bodies, puberty, consent, porn, relationships and sex without shame or judgement.