Book Review
A short overview of this book
The Care and Keeping of You 1 by Cara Natterson is an American Girl book that tells younger girls about the changes that will soon be happening to their body i.e. it is for girls who have yet to start puberty.
This book tells younger girls about the changes that will soon be happening and how they need to care for their changing body, from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to bras, periods to pimples, and everything in between.
Sexual intercourse is NOT talked about in this book.
Ideal Age
Ideal for children aged 8 to 10 years.
Buy this book
✅ Buy a copy of The Care and Keeping of You 1 (American Girl) by Cara Natterson from Amazon.
Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! I’m Cath Hak from Sex Ed Rescue, and I want to chat with you about the first American Girl books, specifically The Care And Keeping Of You, the body books for girls. Now, this one I have here is a hardback, and I think there are newer versions out there. The one I have from the library is just because my husband might divorce me if I keep buying books!
So, let’s dive in. This book is all about the changes that happen during puberty. It breaks down the body into different sections, starting with the head. It covers everything from caring for your hands to shaving your underarms and developing breasts. But let’s get to the real stuff, the nitty gritty details about pubic hair and the changes that happen down there. Yep, it’s all in here. It also talks about periods and what to expect.
Now, I wouldn’t call this book solely about puberty. It’s more of a guide on how to take care of your body overall. But it does touch on the changes that come with puberty. It’s a great and interesting book, but personally, I wouldn’t rush out to buy it since I already have a ton of books on the topic. However, it does provide valuable information in a safe and easily understandable way. Plus, it’s super inclusive and diverse, which is really important. It’s not just about blonde, blue-eyed, white-skinned girls on the cover.
Ultimately, whether you like it or not is a personal decision. I hope this review helps you make up your mind. Cheers!
