Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent and Respect: Teach children about body ownership, respect, feelings, choices and recognizing bullying behaviors

This book did a great job of teaching my child body boundaries. It has tips for parents communication as well which is so nice. We tried having these conversations before she started pre-school, but this book is what really helped that conversation take off. I like how interactive it is.

This book is AMAZING for teaching children AND adults about boundaries, consent, and respect! It was slightly repetitive, but it was really interactive! My kids were severely abused by my ex and so now I am having to teach them about boundaries and that what was done to them was not mindful of their body boundaries, and they are learning what consent is and that they were not being respected as a person. They ASK me to read this book. It gives children power over themselves and they gain a sense of their autonomy. It was very well worded, engaging, interactive like I mentioned, well illustrated, and they really grasped the concept in the end. I’m really proud of the progress my kids have made and I’m glad it held their attention! It didn’t delve heavily into sexual assault of any kind if anyone is wondering, but I think that is better discussed outside of a children’s book anyway. Definitely buy this book if your child doesn’t understand boundaries, or if they have been in unfortunate situations because it gives them their own power back!

I bought this book to teach my autistic child about body autonomy and boundaries. He loves the illustrations and the stories are well written, he is grasping the concepts! So thankful for such a great social story about an immensely important topic for children to learn!

Growing up I remember hating to give hugs and kisses to family, most of whom I only saw a few times a year — so they were essentially strangers. To this day, I dislike affection outside of a few select people. As an adult now, who is a proud auntie to my besties two boys, I wanted to gift them something that I hope will help them remain safe and know that they're allowed to have their own autonomy. Before purchasing this book I asked to make sure it was okay, considering the content the material covers it's a parental subject matter — although, it's done in a very age appropriate manner! My bestie LOVES this book, she thinks it's absolutely fantastic for introducing consent and boundaries to children — her husband who was skeptical at first is also pleased, which is awesome! Well done. Highly recommend.

This is a greatly written book about a subject matter that isn't always easy to talk about. The author does a wonderful job explaining the importance of boundaries in a way that is understandable to children. My four year old had me read it numerous times to him the first day we had it. My only complaint is that it doesn't touch on how for safety reasons, a child should hold an adults hand, such as when crossing the street. I have a feeling my son will use the excuse of "body boundaries" to not hold my hand when needed. But other than that, I am very satisfied.

Great for introducing boundaries to children

We have other books on body boundaries, consent, and respect, but this one is a favorite. It has good explanations, is well illustrated with questions to infer how someone is feeling based on facial expressions and body language, etc., and it facilitates discussion. It provides a framework with which to discuss boundaries and rehearse responses, as well as the safety network of adults to whom a child can go for help. Highly recommend!!

There are so many things I can say about this book. It is fantastic. As a future teacher, it meets the standards for high quality children’s books I’ve learned about in my classes. I bought this book for my unit on health and safety. I was deciding between several books and I am so pleased that this is the one I went with. It has colorful and engaging illustrations. The words are in an easy to read font and are not overwhelming. This book talks about consent and boundaries in a child-appropriate manner and makes it easy for kids to understand. It provides examples that are relevant to kids lives. It talks about a “safety network” and includes that one person should be outside the family. The characters are diverse in ethnicity, religion, ability, personal and gender expression, and family makeup. It includes discussion questions for educators and caregivers to use as you read the book, making the book a much richer learning experience. This book is one that all children need read to them. I wish that I had this read to me as a child. This book will empower children to have confidence, set their own boundaries, and assert their needs. I highly recommend this book!

I bought this book when I was a health teacher. It’s a wonderful resource to teach kids about their body autonomy and the power of their own "no" in a way that’s simple and empowering. The book does a brilliant job of breaking down concepts like consent and body bubbles. It encourages children to listen to their "safety sensations" and gives them the confidence to set boundaries with friends and family alike. It’s not just about their own space, though; it’s a fantastic tool for teaching kids how to recognise and respect the boundaries of those around them. With its inclusive illustrations and gentle tone, it’s a must have for any Australian classroom or home. It turns a potentially tricky subject into a series of positive life lessons, giving kids the right vocabulary to stay safe and feel in control.

You need to get this kinda books for your kids

I absolutely love this book. My daughter is only 21 months but it’s never too early to start introducing consent and respect! We read through it together, talk about the images and she’s now began repeating bits to me, for example I’ll point to the girl who doesn’t want a kiss and she will say “she’s sad” and when I ask why she replies “don’t want kiss, want hi five”. It shows me she is beginning to understand parts of the book, she has also started to tell us no if we ask for a hug or kiss and she’s not in the mood, which is great, as she’s learning her body is hers. As the book says “your body is yours, and you are the boss of it!”. I think this book is a great foundation and starting point for any parent. The illustrations are great too, although this probably is aimed at older children, it’s definitely engaging for toddlers thanks to the beautiful imagery!

Kalitesis

Our son's kila (preschool) had a rash of inappropriate body play start up. In an effort to teach our son correct boundaries, we started discussing body autonomy and safety at home, and we purchased this (and another book) as learning aids. We were pleased to see that the book does not impose prudish, overly strict or religiously-based morals: it simply discusses what is appropriate, what is safe, and how to identify if something might not be safe so that the child can take appropriate actions. My son immediately understood what the book was trying to say, and has been able to help other children in his school group as well. We also ended up bringing this book to his school, where it was used with the entire class. The teachers there said the book was great and were very grateful for the resource. I highly recommend this book if you've got a 3-5yo who needs age appropriate instruction on these topics.