Look! Babies Head to Toe by Robie H. Harris

Short Summary

Look! Babies Head to Toe by Robie H. Harris is a colourful and playful board book that introduces babies and toddlers to the different parts of their body. While it doesn’t name genitals, it’s still a gentle and inclusive way to start conversations about bodies and what they do.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 0 to 3 years.

Topics Discussed

Human Bodies

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What this book is about

  • Look! Babies Head to Toe is a board book from Robie H. Harris, who is well-known for her children’s sex education books.
  • Unlike her more detailed books for older kids, this one is aimed at the very youngest children – babies and toddlers – to help them learn about their bodies.
  • The book introduces body parts (like eyes, ears, and toes) and explains what they do in simple, fun language.
  • It doesn’t include genitals, which makes it a little more conservative than some parents might like, but it can still be a stepping stone for future conversations.
  • The illustrations feature a wide range of babies with different skin tones and ethnic backgrounds, making it more inclusive than many traditional baby books.
  • The style is interactive and playful, encouraging little ones to clap, point, and explore their own bodies.
  • Parents can use it as a starting point to expand on the language in the book – for example, adding in correct names for private body parts when they’re ready.
  • This is a sweet, engaging book for the very beginning of body awareness. While it doesn’t cover everything, it’s a helpful way to get started with those first body-based conversations with your child.
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Cath Hakanson is a qualified family sex educator, sexual health nurse and author with 30+ years of clinical and education experience. As an AuDHD parent of two neurodivergent children, she creates clear, practical sex ed resources that help parents talk about bodies, puberty, consent, porn, relationships and sex without shame or judgement.