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Teaching Safety & Consent

Book cover of "Don't Touch My Hair!" by Sharee Miller showing a girl surrounded by reaching hands.

Don’t Touch My Hair

An imaginative tale empowering kids to set boundaries and say “Don’t touch my hair!” when others reach without asking.

Illustration of a child in orange with text saying "Miles is the Boss of His Body" on a striped background.

Miles Is the Boss of His Body

Funny and affirming, this book shows how Miles takes charge of his body by saying no to unwanted touches.

Children's book "My Body Belongs to Me" cover with a child and adult in a bedroom setting.

My Body Belongs to Me From My Head to My Toes

Clara confidently sets limits on touch, teaching children about bodily autonomy and speaking up.

ABC of Body Safety and Consent book cover with diverse children and families illustrated.

ABC of Body Safety & Consent

A clear, accessible guide to using CBT techniques to understand and manage emotions, trauma triggers, and wellness.

Book cover of "Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept" by Jayneen Sanders, illustrated by Craig Smith, featuring a child in armor.

Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept

Gently addresses safe vs. unsafe secrets, giving families a compassionate tool to guide discussions on body safety.

Cover of "C is for Consent" showing two hands holding, with author Eleanor Morrison and illustrator Faye Orlove credited.

C Is for Consent

An ABC-style book encouraging young children to say no to unwanted hugs and understand that their body is their own

Children's book cover titled "Where Hands Go" featuring a smiling child surrounded by reaching hands.

Where Hands Go

Vibrant illustrations teach young readers when touch is not okay and how to discuss it, building awareness with confidence.

Children smiling and playing on a colorful book cover titled "Yes! No! A First Conversation About Consent".

Yes! No! A First Conversation About Consent

A playful and clear picture book that introduces children to the power of consent through simple, accessible language.

Child holding stomach with discomfort, illustration from the book cover titled My Yucky Feeling by Anne Malver, illustrated by Craig A. Morgan

My Yucky Feeling

A kid-friendly exploration of that “yucky feeling,” helping children trust their instincts when something does not feel right.

Book cover of "Don't Hug Doug" featuring a cartoon boy with glasses, a speech bubble, and bright blue background.

Don’t Hug Doug (He Doesn’t Like It)

Doug does not like hugs. This fun book opens conversations about respecting different comfort levels around touch

Two illustrated children in a playful argument, one with brown hair and the other with blonde hair, against a purple background.

No Hugs!

A thoughtful story about empathy, teaching kids that comfort should not be assumed and consent matters, even for hugs.

Child confidently pointing with a group of children in the background, promoting the message "My Body! What I Say Goes!"

My Body! What I Say Goes!

An empowering tale reminding children that their body is theirs to protect, and what they say should be respected.

Cover of "The Breathing Book" with illustration of a child blowing, blue background and white text.

The Breathing Book

Mindful breathing exercises and activities help kids calm their bodies, focus their minds, and spark creativity in daily life.

Cartoon character with a worried expression on the cover of a book titled "I Feel... Anxious" by DJ Corchin.

I Feel… Anxious

Fun illustrations and simple text help kids identify anxiety, understand feelings, and learn they’re not alone in experiencing them.

Child flying with balloons, book cover for "Catching Thoughts" by Bonnie Clark, illustrated by Summer Macon.

Catching Thoughts

A gentle story teaching kids to release negative thoughts and replace them with positive ones, fostering mindfulness and joy.

Book cover of "Breathing Makes It Better" by Christopher Willard and Wendy O'Leary, featuring a child in a meditative pose.

Breathing Makes It Better

Rhythmic story guiding children to use breathing techniques to manage strong emotions like anger, fear, sadness, and anxiety.

Cover of the book "Just a Thought" with illustrated eye and speech bubble by Jason Gruhl, illustrated by Ignasi Font.

Just a Thought

Playful rhymes teach kids that thoughts don’t define them; helping them manage negative thinking and embrace self-awareness.

Colorful children's book cover titled "It's Okay to Make Mistakes" with cartoon dog and child.

It’s OK to Make Mistakes

A lighthearted tale encouraging kids to try new things, embrace mistakes, and see challenges as part of learning and growth.

Children of diverse backgrounds smiling on the cover of "I Can Do Hard Things" book by Gabi Garcia.

I Can Do Hard Things

Mindful affirmations inspire children to build resilience, self-belief, and courage to face life’s challenges with confidence.

Cover of "The Not-So-Perfect Princess and the Not-So-Dreadful Dragon" featuring a girl in a blue dress and a dragon in the background.

The Not-So-Perfect Princess and the Not-So-Dreadful Dragon

A heartwarming story of friendship, acceptance, and celebrating uniqueness, challenging stereotypes with humor and heart.

Illustrated cover of "Resilience" by Jayneen Sanders, showing a girl with glasses raising her arms under the book title.

Resilience

Follow Emmi’s inspiring journey of courage, persistence, and problem-solving to show children the power of never giving up.

Children's book titled "My Safe Place" with a soft illustration on the cover.

My Safe Place-A Mindful Journey Toward Healing

A soothing, sing-song story guiding kids to imagine a safe space for comfort, emotional security, and peaceful breathing.

Children's book cover titled "My Body Sends a Signal" with a child thinking, surrounded by emotion words.

My Body Sends a Signal

An engaging resource with stories, activities, and illustrations to teach kids emotional awareness, empathy, and self-regulation.

Young girl sitting by a window in pajamas, surrounded by ballet items, looking contemplative. Title: Pilar's Worries.

Pilar’s Worries

A young dancer learns coping skills to manage anxiety before auditions, showing the value of perseverance and passion.

Book cover illustration of "You've Got Dragons" featuring a large dragon and a small child.

You’ve Got Dragons

A creative metaphor for worries and fears, offering kids relatable strategies to manage anxiety and build emotional strength.

Children playing soccer and shaking hands on the field, illustrated cover of "A Feel Better Book for Little Sports".

A Feel Better Book for Little Sports

A rhyming story that teaches kids sportsmanship, resilience, and emotional skills for both the wins and losses of competition.

Adult Resources

Colorful text cover of "The Big Questions Book of Sex & Consent" by Donna Freitas on a black background.

The Big Questions of Sex and Consent

Donna Freitas’s exploration of adult consent and sex for all people.

Illustrated cover of "The Every Body Book of Consent" with diverse kids enjoying a picnic.

The Every Body Book of Consent

Inclusive books and resources for consent across all abilities, races, cultures, religions, and genders.

Additional Trusted Resources

Explore trauma-informed books and resources from The Assist, curated to empower survivors, advocates, and families.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about sexual abuse in sport and our work at The Assist.

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