2017
WISE Score
Amazon
The essential 'how-to' guide for kids to own their space and tell Grandma 'no thanks' to that mandatory wet cheek kiss.
4.8
Our reviews and ratings are 100% unbiased, but as an Amazon Associate, Screenwise earns an affiliate fee if you buy a book or game by clicking one of our links. We don't get any credit if you just Google it instead :)
This isn't the book your kid is going to beg for every night at bedtime, but it’s the one you’ll be glad you read together. It successfully ditches the 'stranger danger' fear-mongering of the past and replaces it with actual agency and confidence.
It’s practical, modern, and does the heavy lifting for you on topics that usually make parents stammer. Every home library should have a copy of this—it's basically a prerequisite for being a person in the world.
Perfect for the 4–9 crowd. It's simple enough for preschoolers to grasp the basics of 'my body belongs to me,' while still being relevant for elementary kids navigating playground dynamics.
It models healthy relationships and mutual respect. The tone is empowering and grounded, focusing on kindness and the right to personal space without being preachy.
As a non-fiction educational tool, it isn't building new worlds, but it does use scenarios to help kids mentally rehearse social situations and 'what-if' moments.
The entire purpose of the book is safety. It contains no triggers or inappropriate content; it is a clinical yet warm guide for body autonomy.
This is top-tier enrichment. It provides children with a functional vocabulary for consent and boundaries that many adults still lack. It builds high-level social-emotional intelligence.
Get a personalized guide on any topic
