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The Blurb On The Back:
Do you ever pretend to like something you don’t, just to fit in?
Is it sometimes hard to tell others how you’re feeling?
Do you wish there was less pressure on you to ‘man up’?
Navigating the confusing messages around boyhood is tough, and it’s easy to worry whether you’re living up to expectations.
Dr Ranj is here to reassure readers that being a boy is BRILLIANT - no matter what kind of boy they are. Exploring everything from gender stereotypes, respect and peer pressure to mental health, body image and leadership, this book encourages boys to stop stressing about their insecurities and instead embrace being the type of boy they want to be, with confidence, positivity and kindness.
( The Review (Cut For Spoilers): )
The Verdict:
Dr Ranj (aka Ranjit Singh) is a doctor, TV presenter and author. This book for boys aged 9+ (illustrated by David O’Connell) counters the toxic masculinity that readers can find on-line and offers good advice about being yourself and dealing with pressure and insecurities, all coupled with personal anecdotes from Dr Ranj and others. It’s a good starting point for a necessary conversation but I wonder Dr Ranj he’s the right messenger here.
HOW TO BE A BOY was released in the United Kingdom on 11th May 2023. Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.
Is it sometimes hard to tell others how you’re feeling?
Do you wish there was less pressure on you to ‘man up’?
Navigating the confusing messages around boyhood is tough, and it’s easy to worry whether you’re living up to expectations.
Dr Ranj is here to reassure readers that being a boy is BRILLIANT - no matter what kind of boy they are. Exploring everything from gender stereotypes, respect and peer pressure to mental health, body image and leadership, this book encourages boys to stop stressing about their insecurities and instead embrace being the type of boy they want to be, with confidence, positivity and kindness.
( The Review (Cut For Spoilers): )
The Verdict:
Dr Ranj (aka Ranjit Singh) is a doctor, TV presenter and author. This book for boys aged 9+ (illustrated by David O’Connell) counters the toxic masculinity that readers can find on-line and offers good advice about being yourself and dealing with pressure and insecurities, all coupled with personal anecdotes from Dr Ranj and others. It’s a good starting point for a necessary conversation but I wonder Dr Ranj he’s the right messenger here.
HOW TO BE A BOY was released in the United Kingdom on 11th May 2023. Thanks to the Amazon Vine Programme for the review copy of this book.
