Book Review
A short overview of this book
All Bodies Are Good Bodies by Charlotte Barkla is a lovely book for young children that promotes the development of body acceptance whilst celebrating inclusivity and individuality. So it is great for starting early conversations with kids, where you can lay down the foundations for acceptance of the body they have. Which means that by the time they hit the age where they begin to feel more self-conscious about their body, that they will be a lot more accepting (instead of negative).
You can learn more on this page, about how to talk to kids about sex education.
Ideal Age
Ideal for children aged 4 to 7 years.
Buy this book
✅ Buy a copy of All Bodies Are Good Bodies by Charlotte Barkla from Amazon.
Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! Welcome to Sex Ed Rescue, I’m Cath Hak, your friendly sex educator. On my YouTube channel and website, I review a bunch of books that can help you with sex education and talking to kids about all sorts of topics related to it.
Today, let’s dive into a book called All Bodies Are Good Bodies by Charlotte Barkla, beautifully illustrated by Erica Salcito. This book is all about bodies, and let me tell you, books about bodies are really important, especially for young kids. They help them understand that everyone’s body is different, but equally beautiful.
This book is fantastic for teaching diversity and helping kids feel more comfortable in their own skin. Trust me, it pays off in the long run, even when they become teenagers. I’ve been reading books like this with my own kids for a while now, and it’s made a world of difference. When my daughter went through puberty, she had moments where she felt self-conscious about her changing body. But because we had been talking about body diversity for so long, she adapted and embraced the changes.
Now, let’s take a look at this book. It’s so diverse! Modern books these days are all about celebrating different cultures and backgrounds. In this one, you’ll find kids with eye patches, kids in wheelchairs, and so much more. It starts off by talking about eyes, how they come in different colors and some may need glasses. Then it moves on to noses, hair, mouths, and all the different parts of our bodies. It’s a fun read, trust me!
Oh, and let me mention something important. While this book covers a lot, it doesn’t talk about genitals. It’s rare to find a book that does, and I think it’s because mainstream publishers tend to be conservative. But don’t worry, there are other resources out there if you want to discuss private parts with your kids.
You can even use this book to talk about body safety and consent. For example, it mentions tickling and how you can tell someone to stop if you don’t like it. It’s a great way to open up those conversations.
All Bodies Are Good Bodies is a fantastic book that showcases a wide range of body shapes, sizes, cultural backgrounds, and disabilities. You can keep it in your bookshop or borrow it from the library every few months, just like I did with my own kids. We used to read different books every night, and it was a wonderful way to reinforce these important messages. Kids really love books, you know?
I hope this review helps you out. Cheers!
