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THE CONFIDENCE CODE FOR GIRLS

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Katty Kay and Claire Shipman with Jillellyn Riley

Is THE CONFIDENCE CODE FOR GIRLS appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

A guidebook that helps empower girls. (Ages 8 to 12)

Ages 9+Source checked

Why this age? The material is aimed at preteen girls and addresses confidence, friendships, emotions, and growth in an accessible way. Some topics may be most useful with adult discussion. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Age guidanceAges 9+
Strongest cautionsNo cautions above 0/5 published
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 4/5 · Educational value 4/5
Recommendation4/5

Strongest reviewed positive: courage & resilience.

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What parents should know

The material is aimed at preteen girls and addresses confidence, friendships, emotions, and growth in an accessible way. Some topics may be most useful with adult discussion. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ. Strongest reviewed positive: courage & resilience.

Readiness snapshotAge guidance: 9+
Recommendation 4/5

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Oct 22, 2026Last updated

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Recommended age9+

Strongest cautions

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Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Educational value4/5
  • Good role models4/5

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What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Encourages readers to face fears, try new things, and embrace failure as growth.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Includes interactive exercises and activities to apply concepts.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Includes a variety of anecdotes, though it is not a primary focus.

Educational value4/5
Why this rating?

Teaches psychology-based strategies for confidence and emotional intelligence.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes kindness towards oneself and others as part of healthy development.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The core theme is building self-confidence, resilience, and personal growth.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Encourages girls to be their own best role models and look to empowering real-world examples.

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