It’s My Body: A Book About Body Privacy for Young Children
Body Privacy, Personal Boundaries & Staying Safe
Help young children understand body privacy, personal boundaries and the importance of speaking up.
Teaching children about body autonomy and personal safety does not need to be frightening.
It’s My Body explains, in simple and reassuring language, that children have ownership of their bodies and can say “no” when they do not want to be touched.
This brightly coloured, illustrated book explains body privacy and why private parts should be kept private. Children will learn that their body belongs to them and that they can say “no” if they do not want someone to touch them. They'll discover what is inappropriate and be encouraged to speak up if they feel uncomfortable with how other people treat them.
The book also explores secrets and when you shouldn't keep a secret, helping children understand when they should tell a trusted adult.
It looks at respecting each other's boundaries and becoming aware that some children, particularly those with autism or anxiety, may find hugging or other forms of touch unbearable.
The book also covers bullying, such as pinching or kicking, and shows children ways to speak out to help stop these things happening.
Written by Louise Spilsbury, the text explains simply and clearly, without scaremongering, why body privacy is important.
The book helps children understand:
- Body privacy and personal boundaries
- Safe and unsafe touch
- Saying no and speaking up
- Appropriate and inappropriate behaviour
- Secrets and when to tell a trusted adult
- Bullying and unwanted physical contact
- Respecting other people's boundaries
- Different responses to touch and physical contact
It’s My Body addresses sensitive topics without scaremongering, making it a useful resource for helping young children understand their bodies, boundaries and the importance of speaking up.