Growing Up Powerful
#5 of 13 in Rebel Girls Series
What’s inside...
A memoir about the author's experiences growing up as a feminist and her journey towards finding her own power and voice, while also exploring the complexities of feminism and its impact on her life and relationships. The book combines elements of 'The Confidence Code for Girls' and 'The Care & Keeping of You' to create a bold and bighearted narrative about growing up with unshakable confidence. It includes helpful advice, Q&As between experts and girls around the world, fun quizzes, and the inside scoop on all things girlhood, empowering tweens and teens to become their most confident selves.
Discussion points
What are some of the strengths you think you have, like the characters in the book?
How do you feel when you help someone or accomplish something new?
Can you think of a time when you were brave? What happened and how did you feel?
Why is it important to believe in yourself, even when something seems hard?
What are some ways you can help your friends feel powerful too?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation with genuine curiosity. Use an encouraging tone to make your child feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings.
Praise your child’s responses, regardless of their answer. This reinforces their self-esteem and encourages more open sharing.
Relate the book's situations to real-life scenarios that your child might encounter, enhancing their connection to the book’s themes.
Discuss your own experiences where you felt powerful or faced challenges, helping your child understand that everyone has these moments.
Encourage your child to think about how they can apply the book's lessons in their daily life, making the conversation practical and actionable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance
Explanation: The book portrays characters who learn to accept and celebrate their unique qualities.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their own differences and those of others, fostering a healthy self-image and respect for diversity.
Example Lesson: Courage to face challenges
Explanation: Characters in 'Growing Up Powerful' encounter various challenges but find the courage to overcome them.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of perseverance and bravery when facing difficult situations in school or with friends.
Example Lesson: Importance of kindness
Explanation: The story highlights acts of kindness and their positive impact on others.
Real-World Application: Children can understand the value of empathy and compassion, encouraging them to act kindly in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The book shows characters working together to solve problems and achieve goals.
Real-World Application: Kids can see the benefits of cooperating and collaborating with others, which can be applied in group activities at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: Embracing change
Explanation: As characters grow and evolve, they learn to embrace change positively.
Real-World Application: This can help children adapt to changes in their life, such as moving to a new place or transitioning to a higher grade.