I Have the Right to Be a Child by Alain Serres

Short Summary

I Have the Right to Be a Child by Alain Serres is a vibrant and powerful picture book that introduces children to their basic human rights in a way that is clear, engaging, and empowering. With beautiful illustrations and inclusive storytelling, it helps kids understand that they are entitled to safety, education, play, love, and protection – no matter where they live or who they are.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 4 to 7 years.

Topics Discussed

Prevent Sexual Abuse

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What this book is about

• I Have the Right to Be a Child introduces kids to the idea that rights aren’t just for adults – children have rights too.
• It’s inspired by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and helps young readers understand concepts like the right to safety, education, healthcare, identity, and protection.
• Through warm and colourful illustrations, the book explores real-world issues like hunger, access to school, clean air, child labour, and the impact of war – all in a gentle, age-appropriate way.
• It reinforces core protective behaviours like knowing you have the right to be safe, speak up, and be supported by trusted adults.
• Diversity is front and centre, with representation across different cultures, skin tones, abilities, and family types.
• It also opens up conversations about fairness, inclusion, and standing up for others – making it perfect for empathy-building.
• It’s a great book to read aloud with your child or to use in classroom or homeschool settings as part of a larger discussion about respect, equality, and human dignity.
• I personally read this one with my own kids and found it really helped them understand that while kids all over the world live very different lives, every child still deserves to be safe, loved, and cared for.

I hope you find this book review helpful!

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❤️ Cath