My Body Belongs to Me: How to Talk with Young Children about Personal Boundaries, Respect, and Consent

By: Elizabeth Schroeder EdD, MSW

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Synopsis: Teach kids about the importance of boundaries and consent Teaching your child about responsibility and respect—especially when it comes to their bodies—is a big job, and tackling sensitive topics isn't easy. This book is your guide to starting those critical conversations with kids as young as 3, using language and examples that they can understand. Learning how to set boundaries for themselves and recognize the boundaries of others will help kids develop their own self-esteem and stay safe. In My Body Belongs to Me, you'll learn about: Where to start—Explore relatable scenarios and basic guidelines from an author and mother with decades of experience teaching families to navigate these delicate issues. What to say—Discover ways to talk to your child about their body and their safety without making them feel guilty, confused, or frightened. What to do—Learn how to answer tough questions from your child and model healthy examples of boundaries, consent, and body safety through your own behavior. Empower your child to assert their body boundaries and respect others with this book about consent for kids.