Larimore, W. (2012). The ultimate guys' body book. Grand Rapids, MI: Zonderkidz.
The Summary
This book is divided into thirty chapters and three appendices. The chapters are based around a question. The questions range from the obvious (Why are my feet so big?) to the awkward (How do I know if my penis is the right size?) to the bizarre (Is having only one testicle okay?). Some of the question topics are clearly colored by the author's Christian faith, such as "How do I have victory over temptation?"
The Review
Because the author is a medical doctor, the information is medically correct, though with a definite bias. The book is a blend of maturation and Christian morality. Conservative Christian parents will appreciate this book's assertion that pornography and masturbating are sinful, and it's tips on avoiding these practices. As for the layout and ease of use, this book has illustrations and sidebars, but it's more text-heavy than similar books for boys. Parents looking for a just-the-facts puberty guide should probably look elsewhere.
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