My Body, My Self for Boys by Lynda Madaras

Book Review

A short overview of this book

My Body, My Self for Boys was written by Lynda Madaras and her daughter Area Madaras.  It is a puberty book for boys that also includes activities that can be completed by your child. (either alone or with a parent).

This book shows penises with a foreskin (intact) as well as penises with a foreskin (circumcised).

This book is similar to the “What’s happening to my body book”, but this particular one is written with the younger teen (or tween) in mind. It has over 100 quizzes, checklists, games and journal pages that can be completed throughout the book.

This book, My Body, My Self for Boys by Lynda Madaras, was first published in 1993 and the latest version, this one, was updated in 2007. So the book is currently about ten years old. This isn’t exactly old, as not a lot has really changed in the last decade.

​​If you look at the actual index of the book, you will see that it includes content that is just about puberty. Because the book has been written with the younger tween and teen in mind, it focuses just on puberty ie sex isn’t really talked about.

So the book starts off with looking at what is happening to their body. It talks about the fact that puberty is all about the body growing up and becoming an adult. There is a whole chapter dedicated to the male sex organs because, as you know, a fair bit of stuff happens down there with regards to the penis, getting hair, getting bigger, ejaculating and all that sort of stuff.

My Body, My Self for Boys by Lynda Madaras, then looks at what is changing on the inside of the body. It then talks about what happens on the inside, creating sperm, and being fertile, ejaculation, orgasm, wet dreams and masturbation. All important stuff for a boy, who has yet to experience any of these changes, to know about before the changes happen!

We then move onto some of the other changes that can happen with puberty. This book then talks about growing taller, about how your face can change, developing muscles,  and eating right. It then moves into some of the less desirable changes eg body odour and pimples. So, it talks about the fact that there’s a lot of change and it’s just about a matter of adapting I guess.

So when you look inside, you will see that there are lots of pages with questions, quizzes and activities throughout it. For example, list a word you have heard for the penis, scrotum or testicles. There is lots of information with the content broken up with illustrations. The book has probably got 120 pages so it’s quite thick, and there is no index at the back. But you don’t really need one with this book, as the layout means that it is easy to find the information that you may be looking for.

My Body, My Self for Boys by Lynda Madaras, is a book that mainly focuses on puberty. So it doesn’t’ talk about what sex is all about. When it comes to picking a book for your child it’s a matter of what you are interested in at the time. Some kids are quite overwhelmed by the thought of puberty and what it all means. So sometimes it is a good idea to give them a simple book that talks about the one topic ie puberty. Adding sex into the equation will just overwhelm them.

I do think that these are good little books because they don’t talk about sex.  They are a little out of date as in they are nearly ten years old but when it comes to puberty, not a lot has actually changed in the last decade. So if it a book that just talks about puberty, then yes, technically it’s still accurate enough to use.

My Body, My Self for Boys is one of the many puberty books that have been written for boys. This one has been written for the younger teen and tween, which means that it focuses just on puberty, leaving sex for when they are a bit older.

Ideal Age

Ideal for children aged 10 to 13 years.

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Video Transcription

A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener

Hey there!

Let’s talk about a really cool book called My Body, Myself for Boys by Lynda Madaras and Aria Madaras. It’s a book that’s all about what’s happening to your body during puberty. And guess what? It’s got over 100 quizzes, checklists, games, and even journal pages for you to explore!

Now, this book has been around for a little while. It first came out in 1993, and there have been updated versions in 2000 and 2007. So, it’s been about nine years since the last update. As far as I know, there isn’t a newer version available right now.

But don’t worry, because this book is still packed with awesome information. It covers everything you need to know about puberty. It talks about how your body is growing up and becoming more adult-like. And yeah, it dives into the male sex organs too, because let’s face it, stuff happens down there. It covers topics like the penis, hair growth, ejaculation, and all that jazz.

But that’s not all! It also delves into the inside story of what’s happening in your body. You’ll learn about sperm production, fertility, and the other changes that come along with puberty. Oh, and let’s not forget about the fun stuff like body odor and pimples. Puberty can be a lot to handle, but this book helps you understand and adapt to all the changes.

Inside the book, you’ll find lots of pages with questions to get you thinking. One interesting thing you’ll discover is that there are other names for the penis, scrotum, and testicles. So, it’s not just about the facts, it’s also about exploring and learning new things.

Now, this book is designed for boys who are a bit older, around 10, 11, or 12 years old. It’s got little pictures and more detailed information that’s perfect for your age group. It’s a pretty thick book, with about 120 pages, but don’t worry, it’s an easy read.

Just a heads up, there’s no index at the back, but that’s not a big deal. This book focuses mainly on puberty and the changes that come with it. It doesn’t go into details about sexual attraction or activity. So, if you’re looking for a book that’s all about puberty, this one’s a great choice.

I know it’s been a while since the last update, but not much has changed in the world of puberty in the past nine years. So, the information in this book is still accurate and relevant today.

I hope this review helps you make a decision. Cheers!

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