Teaching children about body autonomy and consent is an important tool to help prevent exploitation. Understanding body autonomy and consent at a young age can empower a child to speak up and say “no” if an unsafe situation occurs. It can also equip children to report unsafe behaviour if it happens. This is a book about listening and respecting children when they say no to being touched or hugged or kissed – even if its someone they know very well.
Self-reading age: 5 to 8 years |Read-aloud age: 3 years onward
What kids will learn from this book:
They decide who touches them and how they can say no if they don’t want to be touched
Some body parts are private and shouldn’t be touched/seen by others except for specific situations
In this book:
A note to the reader on the importance of empowering children body safety and consent education as well as supporting and respecting their choices about how they wish to be touched.
Discussion questions for parents and educators to start meaningful conversations around body safety and consent.
