Pink Velvet Octopus

<p><strong>Dear reader</strong></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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</p><p>it all. Her genuine voice shines through vibrant hand-painted watercolor illustrations on every page.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p><strong>What this book showcases: </strong></p><p></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>★ A first-person illustrated story with a fresh honest voice</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>★ Great for girls ages 8-12 tweens and preteens</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>★ Beautifully painted illustrations in loose expressive watercolor</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>★ Cultural perspective with universal themes of growing up</span></p><p></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>If you're looking for a puberty book that's real relatable and beautifully made-this is it.</strong></p>