C is for Consent by Eleanor Morrison
Short Summary
C is for Consent by Eleanor Morrison is a simple, beautifully illustrated story that introduces young children to the idea of bodily autonomy. Through the experiences of a child named Finn, it teaches that children can choose how they want to show affection and reminds adults to respect those boundaries.
Age Group
Suitable for children aged 3 to 7 years.
Topics Discussed
Consent | Recommended
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What this book is about
- C is for Consent tells the story of Finn at a family gathering, where relatives naturally want hugs, kisses, and closeness. Finn doesn’t always feel like those things – and that’s okay.
- When Grandma asks for a hug and Finn isn’t in the mood, his dad supports him by saying he doesn’t have to hug anyone if he doesn’t want to.
- When Grandpa leans in for a kiss, Finn’s mum gently reminds him to ask Finn first. Grandpa does, and Finn answers with a polite “maybe” hand signal.
- As more relatives arrive, Finn chooses not to sit with Aunt and Uncle and learns that he can use alternatives like high-fives, fist bumps, or waves.
- The book shows that receiving a gift doesn’t mean you “owe” anyone a hug or kiss in return. Affection should always be a choice.
- While consent books for toddlers can sometimes feel too complex, this one still gives families great language to start conversations about boundaries and respect.
- It also reminds kids that just as they get to choose who touches their body, they must also ask permission before touching others.
- Although the story doesn’t address what to do if someone ignores a child’s “no”, families can build on the book with extra conversations appropriate to their child’s age.
- At the back, there are helpful discussion questions and prompts for older children, making it a versatile tool for family or classroom reading.
- The illustrations are bright, inclusive, and show diverse families, abilities, and backgrounds.
- Books like this are wonderful to casually rotate into your nightly reading pile, and they can even help relatives understand why you’re prioritising consent and boundaries with your child.
- Overall, C is for Consent is a gentle, effective resource for teaching children that their body belongs to them – and it helps adults practise asking before touching too.
I hope you find this book review helpful!
Happy talking!
❤️ Cath