Becoming a Big Kid

A Body-Positive Puberty Guide for Tween Boys 8-12 to Navigating Life’s Changes, Building Confidence and Resilience, Standing Up to Bullies, Making Friends, and Growing Up Strong

De: Joyce L. Munguia

Narrado por: Helpful Matthew

This is the ultimate survival guide for dudes facing the wild adventure of puberty! Think of it as your personal coach for tackling all the weird stuff life throws at you—like voice cracks and unexpected hair growth. This book spills the tea on body positivity, helping you build self-esteem while dodging bullies like a ninja.

Want to know how to make friends without looking like a total goof? We've got you! Plus, we’ll help you handle peer pressure like a boss and crush those challenges that come your way. How can this book help you grow and thrive:

• Navigate the Puberty Maze: This guide breaks down the mysteries of puberty into bite-sized, relatable chunks. From growth spurts to morning surprises, it covers everything you need to know about your changing body—no awkwardness allowed!
• Level Up Your Confidence: With practical tips on personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing for success, you'll learn how to take care of yourself and feel great in your skin. Say goodbye to insecurity and hello to a more confident you!
• Master Boundaries and Safety: Learn to set boundaries, recognize threats, and understand the importance of consent. This chapter empowers you to take control of your body and ensure your personal safety both online and offline.
• Build Real Connections: Discover the secrets to making friends, understanding relationships, and navigating crushes. This guide helps you establish healthy connections while celebrating your unique self!
• Stress Less, Succeed More: Equipped with strategies to tackle stress, cope with family changes, and stay strong against peer pressure, you’ll be ready to face whatever life throws your way—whether it's school challenges or personal issues.

Say goodbye to awkwardness and hello to confidence—this guide is your secret weapon for owning your story.

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Supportive and confidence-boosting

I picked this up knowing how confusing the tween years can be, and it does a great job making everything feel normal and reassuring. The tone is friendly and respectful, never awkward or embarrassing. It explains physical and emotional changes in a clear, age-appropriate way that helps boys feel informed instead of overwhelmed. What really stood out to me was the strong focus on confidence, resilience, and handling social challenges like bullying and friendships. It goes beyond just facts and encourages healthy self-esteem and emotional strength. Overall, it feels like a caring, trustworthy guide that helps boys grow up feeling capable, understood, and supported.

Straight-Up Guide for Guys Going Through Puberty

I listened to this for something I could give to my nephews because I was looking for something honest about puberty that didn't make everything sound embarrassing or weird. This audiobook covers all the stuff guys deal with when their bodies start changing, like voice cracks, growth spurts, unexpected hair, all of it. The content doesn't dance around topics or make it awkward. also talks about making friends, dealing with crushes, and handling relationships without being cringey about it. It's short, direct, and actually useful.

Growing With Confidence

This audiobook is a delightful and relatable companion for boys journeying through the exciting and sometimes challenging phases of puberty. It tackles changes with honesty and warmth, making growth feel less overwhelming. I truly appreciate how it skillfully balances topics such as confidence and emotional awareness while also covering friendships, boundaries, and peer pressure. Its uplifting tone empowers young listeners by offering practical advice that helps them embrace this important stage of life with confidence.

Really good for my son

As a mom, I really appreciated this audiobook. It explains things in a way that’s honest, age-appropriate, and positive. My son felt comfortable listening to it, and it opened up some really good conversations between us. It talks about body changes, emotions, friendships, and confidence without being awkward or too heavy.

Calm, clear, and reassuring

Listening to this felt like having a friendly older sibling explain things without making it awkward or scary. The tone is relaxed and respectful, and it never talks down to kids or tries too hard to be “cool.” It just explains what’s happening and reminds you that none of it is weird or wrong. What stood out most was how normal it made everything feel , body changes, emotions, friendships, even confidence struggles. It mixes practical advice with reassurance in a way that feels steady instead of overwhelming. Nothing feels rushed, and there’s no pressure to “grow up fast.” This would really help tween boys who are curious, nervous, or quietly unsure about what’s coming next. It feels safe, honest, and grounding, the kind of listen that makes growing up feel a little less confusing and a lot less lonely.