It’s been a long time since my tween days. In fact, the term “tween” hadn’t even been coined yet. And though it’s been a couple decades, those tender years are still vivid in my memory.
The tween years are full of mystery and confusion, especially for young ladies. They’re caught between pigtails and prom dresses. There’s just a whole mess of personal evolution going on. It’s more important than ever to feel connected to other girls who are experiencing the same journey.
That’s what’s great about Discovery Girls Magazine. It’s perfect for the tween age group because, it’s focused specifically on the interests of preteen girls, with all the goodies that little chicks are curious about.
- Beauty
- Health
- Advice
- Friendship
- Much, much more
I had the pleasure of reading through an issue of Discovery Girls as well the 10 Year Collector’s Addition and a copy of the Discovery Girl’s book, Fab Girls Guide to Friendship Hardship.
What I love…
The thing that I loved about the Discovery Girls Magazine and book is that they were written at age-appropriate levels for the preteen crowd. A mom can feel good about the articles and information that her daughters are reading.
Unlike Discovery Girls, magazines geared towards teens are often a tad too spicy for young ladies, ages 8 to 13. What’s appropriate for a 17-year-old is often too mature for a 9-year-old. There’s plenty of time for that awesomesauce in high school.
The secret to Discovery Girl’s perfect voice? It’s written by girls, for girls. Isn’t that just simple and brilliant? Who better to understand your thoughts and questions than a group of your peers?
And as if the magazine wasn’t impressive enough, the book, Friendship Hardship, was a fantastic read, filled with great advice on some of the pressing issues surrounding the all-to-familiar ups and downs of preteen friendships. (All the moms take a second to shudder at the memories…you know exactly what I’m talking about.)
The book discusses everything from cliques and popularity to how a young lady can put her best foot forward and patch up misunderstandings. The format is easy to read and full of great thoughts and advice for tweens. And honestly, the reminders weren’t too shabby for a 30-something gal like myself, either.
I’d definitely recommend Discovery Girls Magazine and the Fab Girls book collection to moms of tween girls. The articles and advice offered were interesting, engaging and thoughtfully written…without sounding too young or being too sophisticated for the age range.
BUY IT
To purchase a subscription for your daughters, granddaughters, nieces or any other tween girls on your gift list, check out the Discovery Girls website.
WIN IT
Discovery Girls Magazine is generously offering the following package to giveaway to one lucky Mama’s Got Flair reader. Check it out!
- 1 certificate for a one year subscription to the magazine (6-issues) – $20 value
- 1 four-book set of our Fab Girls Guides – $40 value
- 1 copy of the special Collector’s Edition magazine (a super-sized issue that celebrates the last 10 years) – $10 value
You don’t want to miss this package valued at $70!
How to Enter:
GIVEAWAY RULES: The contest is open to US residents, ages 18 and over, and will run until 11:59pm (CST) on Monday, September 19, 2011. A winner will be selected by random draw on Random.org. I’ll notify the winner by e-mail and he or she will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is drawn. The mandatory entry must be completed before additional entries will be accepted.
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Disclosure: Discovery Girls sent me copies of their materials for review. This review was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own.
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