Growth and Development

Kaz Cooke – Girl Stuff Books (8–12 & 13+)

Kaz Cooke’s Girl Stuff series offers age-appropriate, honest, and supportive guides for girls navigating growing up. Girl Stuff 8–12 is a friendly, expert-informed introduction to puberty, friendships, confidence, body changes, online life, and wellbeing for pre-teens, written in a relatable and reassuring style. Girl Stuff 13+ expands this advice into the teen years with practical, up-to-date information on friendships, body image, emotions, relationships, stress, confidence, and more — all presented in a warm, conversational voice with humour and real-life examples. 

The Boys’ Guide to Growing Up

The Boys’ Guide to Growing Up is a clear, supportive, and age-appropriate resource that helps boys understand the changes of puberty, emotions, body development, friendships, and growing independence. Written in a friendly and reassuring tone, it provides practical information and positive guidance to help boys navigate these transitions with confidence and understanding. 

No Weigh! A Teen's Guide to Positive Body Image, Food and Emotional Wisdom

No Weigh! is an empowering, age-appropriate guide that helps young people build positive body image, self-acceptance, and wellbeing with compassionate, practical information and supportive strategies.