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The Care and Keeping of You 1

The Body Book for Younger Girls

Published by American Girl Publishing
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book

The bestselling body book for girls ages 8 and up, now updated for the 25th anniversary!

Our best-selling body book for girls just got even better! With all-new illustrations and updated content for girls ages 8 and up, it features tips, how-tos, and facts from the experts. (Medical consultant: Cara Natterson, MD.) You'll find answers to questions about your changing body, from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to bras, periods to pimples, and everything in between. Once you feel comfortable with what's happening, you'll be ready to move on to the The Care & Keeping of You 2!

About The Author

Valorie Schaefer lives in St. Louis with her husband and dog, and she is the proud mom of two girls. She still aspires to be the “cool mom” whose kids will talk to her about anything. She has written a number of educational books for young readers.

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