Boundaries Matter: Books about Consent and Boundaries for KidsLike this list

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• Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger

  Cole, Elizabeth (Children's author),

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  Little Nick often felt uncomfortable in situations where his personal space was being violated. He was upset and did not know how to react appropriately. Fortunately, his parents taught him about personal space and body boundaries. He…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• C Is for Consent

  Morrison, Eleanor

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  This book teaches that it is okay for kids to say no to hugs and kisses, and that what happens to their body is up to them. This helps children grow up confident in their bodies, comfortable with expressing physical boundaries, and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Can I Give You a Squish?

  Neilson, Emily,

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  Kai, a merboy, loves to share hugs with his mother, but learns that some friends prefer fin bumps, tail claps, tentacle shakes, or claw pinches.

• Consent (for Kids!)

  Boundaries, Respect, and Being in Charge of You

  Brian, Rachel, 1971-

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  This is a guide to consent and bodily autonomy. Readers will learn about boundaries and how to set them; ways to respect themselves and others; what to do if someone makes them feel uncomfortable or unsafe; and much more. Along the way,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Don't Hug Doug

  Finison, Carrie,

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  Doug prefers not to be hugged, but there are a variety of other ways his loved ones can show him affection

• Don't Touch My Hair!

  Miller, Sharee (Illustrator),

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  Aria loves her soft and bouncy hair, but must go to extremes to avoid people who touch it without permission until, finally, she speaks up. Includes author's note.

• The Every Body Book of Consent

  An LGBTQIA-inclusive Guide to Respecting Boundaries, Bodies, and Beyond

  Simon, Rachel E.,

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  An LGBTQ+ inclusive guide to consent for children aged 8-10, with beautiful illustrations and questions for further discussion, from the author of the bestselling The Every Body Book. Topics include body autonomy, verbal and nonverbal…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• I Can Play It Safe

  Feigh, Alison

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  Engages young children in the conversation about thier safety and helps them practice the rules of personal safety

• Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent & Respect

  a Book to Teach Children About Body Ownership, Respectful Relationships, Feelings and Emotions, Choices, and Recognizing Bullying Behaviors

  Sanders, Jayneen,

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  Teaching young children about body boundaries is crucial for their self-confidence and understanding of others' expectations. It gives them ownership over their personal space and encourages respect for others' boundaries. This book…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Body Belongs to Me

  a Book About Body Safety

  Starishevsky, Jill

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  This straightforward, gentle book offers a tool parents, teachers, and counselors can use to help children feel, be, and stay safe. The rhyming story and simple, friendly illustrations provide a way to sensitively share and discuss the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Body Belongs to Me From My Head to My Toes

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  My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes is an educational tool to help instill confidence in children when it comes to their bodies. The narrative of the story is led by a girl named Clara, who encourages kids to say no.

• My Body! What I Say Goes!

  a Book to Empower and Teach Children About Personal Body Safety, Feelings, Safe and Unsafe Touch, Private Parts, Secrets and Surprises, Consent, and Respectful Relationships

  Sanders, Jayneen,

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  This book teaches children essential body safety skills, including identifying safe and unsafe feelings, recognizing early warning signs, developing a safety network, using correct names for private parts, understanding safe and unsafe…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Rissy No Kissies

  Howes, Katey,

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  A love bird who doesn't like kisses? Rissy's friends and family wonder if she's sick, confused, or rude. But kisses make Rissy uncomfortable. Can she show everyone there's not one right way to share affection?

• Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept

  Sanders, Jayneen,

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  A children's picture book emphasizes "safe and unsafe touch," urging children to speak up if anyone approaches them inappropriately, and to never keep certain secrets, especially about their bodies.

• This Is My Body

  I Get to Choose : An Introduction to Consent

  Turner, Brook Sitgraves,

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  An anthem for all ages, This is My Body--I Get To Choose features photographs of kids practicing consent out in the real world. Written to help families and educators teach body autonomy and consent, this rhythmic text is a tool for…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Under Our Clothes

  Our First Talk About Our Bodies

  Roberts, Jillian, 1971-

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  In this illustrated nonfiction picture book, child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts introduces young readers to the ideas of body safety and body image.

• We Listen to Our Bodies

  Bowers, Lydia,

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  Our bodies let us know if we feel unsafe or might be in danger and can tell us when we are calm or need healthy touch. In this story, Mr. B helps Deja understand what her body is telling her by asking her to describe what her body is…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Welcome to Consent

  How to Say No, When to Say Yes, and How to Be the Boss of Your Body

  Stynes, Yumi, 1975-

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  This guide teaches consent and bodily autonomy for various situations, addressing feelings, power imbalances, online safety, and maintaining mutual comfort through relatable illustrations and real-life examples.

• Yes! No!

  a First Conversation About Consent

  Madison, Megan,

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  Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and imagery to introduce the concept of consent. This book serves to normalize and celebrate…Read moreRead more of this annotation