Backed by the experts at Mayo Clinic, PERIOD. is the no-nonsense guide kids and caregivers alike can trust to navigate menstruation, period. Periods. Every person who menstruates has a different relationship with their "Aunt Flow": some good, and some...not so good. This 4-color graphic novel guide embraces all the icky, all the sticky, and all the confusing aspects of the monthly cycle, acknowledging that there's no cookie cutter way to manage the physical and emotional mayhem. Filled with bite-sized tips, tricks, and "inside" medical information, this humorous, character-driven guide is the best friend you never knew you needed. And with its fully gender-, body-, and sexuality-inclusive content, this is the no-judgement zone. Whether you're dreading your first period or can't wait to throw a Period Party, you'll find all the answers you need right here.Mayo Clinic Press Kids creates empowering health and wellness content in partnership with pediatric experts. Proceeds from the sale of every book go to benefit important medical research and education and Mayo Clinic.
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Backed by the experts at Mayo Clinic, PERIOD. is the no-nonsense guide kids and caregivers alike can trust to navigate menstruation, period.
"This primer on all things period is as delightful as it is informative. Presented in comics format, this accessible and inclusive volume strikes the right balance between snark and earnestness to make it just right for a middle school audience. . . . A nonjudgmental, conversational guide to menstrual cycles that is essential for all collections -serving middle schoolers." ★ SLJ Starred Review
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COMPLETELY INCLUSIVE TEXT AND DESIGN: Kids of all genders, body type, and identities start their period every day, each with their own unique needs. PERIOD. is a sanctuary for their questions and concerns, making the challenges of puberty safer and more manageable for every experience. Featuring characters across the spectrums of disability, ethnicity, and gender, and a gender-neutral design that appeals to all kids, there's something here for everyone. MAYO CLINIC EXPERTISE: Reviewed and vetted by our Mayo Clinic experts, readers can trust that PERIOD.'s content and approach is safe, kid-friendly, and accurate. GUIDE FOR ADULTS: The experts at Mayo Clinic know how to talk to kids about the tough topics and our thorough back matter guide will help caregivers successfully navigate menstruation with their children.
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9798887700441
Publisert
2023-09-14
Utgiver
Vendor
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education & Research,U.S.
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Aldersnivå
J, 02
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
48
Forfatter
Illustratør
Biographical note
Ruth Redford is a freelance editor and author based in the United Kingdom. She loves writing and researching non-fiction projects and hopes that this book will help everyone to talk more about periods and feel comfortable with them.Aitana Giráldez was born in Barcelona. She studied fine arts and has a master’s degree in illustration. Giráldez has illustrated menstruation experiences for educational health projects and has raised awareness about periods for a university documentary and a collective exhibition called Monstres. She is part of Artes-Medea, a feminist and intersectional association that supports young artists. In her free time, Aitana loves to spend time talking in book clubs, planning exhibitions, and eating potatoes.