My Body Is Special and Belongs to Me! by Sally Berenzeig and Cherie Benjoseph

Short Summary

My Body Is Special and Belongs to Me! by Sally Berenzeig and Cherie Benjoseph is a warm and empowering book that teaches children about body safety in an age-appropriate way. It encourages kids to listen to their instincts, recognise safe and unsafe touch, and understand that they are the boss of their own body.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 5 to 9 years.

Topics Discussed

Prevent Sexual Abuse

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What this book is about

• My Body Is Special and Belongs to Me! begins with a simple but powerful message: your body is yours, and you’re in charge of keeping it safe.
• It gently introduces the idea of a “safety voice” – that gut feeling we all get when something doesn’t feel right – and shows children how to recognise and respond to it.
• The book explores different kinds of touch, both safe (like a cuddle from a parent or a friend holding your hand) and unsafe (like someone being mean or teasing, or touching private parts without permission).
• Private parts are clearly explained as the areas covered by a swimsuit. The story reassures kids that it’s okay for a parent or doctor to help if something is wrong, but otherwise, those parts are private.
• It also covers tricky topics like secrets – especially when someone asks a child to keep an unsafe touch secret – and encourages kids to always tell a trusted adult.
• The book ends with a practical activity: helping kids build their own “circle of safe adults” they can turn to if something ever feels wrong.
• Bright, child-friendly illustrations and gentle prompts throughout make this an engaging and interactive read.
• There’s also a helpful parent section at the back with conversation tips and follow-up questions to guide you through tricky topics.

I hope you find this book review helpful!

Happy talking!
❤️ Cath