A warm, wise and with - it guide to growing up. This is a book designed to help pre-adolescents feel good about the changes that are happening to them physically, sexually and emotionally. Its approach is sympathetic, down - to - earth and non- judgmental - and it's fun to read. Claire Patterson draws from a wealth of experience to bring a sound, practical and human approach to what can be a complicated and confusing area. She knows the questions young people want to ask and understands their fears and problem they face. Lindsay Quilter's wonderfully witty cartoons introduce a cast of characters whose antics, doubts and dilemmas will evoke delight recognition in readers of any age.