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Pink Velvet Octopus: A First Period Story
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781958428429
Publisher: Anna Nadler Art
Published: Jun 28 2025
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.09 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Dear reader,
This is a poignant, true story of a Russian Jewish girl growing up in the 1990s USSR who, on her 11th birthday, receives a very unexpected gift.
This humorous and heartfelt first-person account follows her as she zooms head first into the wild ride of becoming a young woman - faster than she ever imagined. No matter how much she thought she was ready, her body had other plans.
Between surprising new sensations and the challenge of finding period products in Soviet Russia, she leans on the quiet, steady support of her mother and grandmother to help her through
it all. Her genuine voice shines through vibrant, hand-painted watercolor illustrations on every page.
Perfect for any girl starting to notice her body changing - and a comforting read for anyone who's just gotten their first period and wants to know they're not alone.
What this book showcases:
★ A first-person, illustrated story with a fresh, honest voice
★ Great for girls ages 8-12, tweens, and preteens
★ Beautifully painted illustrations in loose, expressive watercolor
★ Cultural perspective with universal themes of growing up
If you're looking for a puberty book that's real, relatable, and beautifully made-this is it.
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