Book Review
A short overview of this book
No Means No! by Jayneen Sanders is a book for young children that teaches them to be assertive and to start practising consent by saying no.
This book teaches children about personal boundaries, respect and consent. A pretty important message to start instilling from a young age!
Ideal Age
Ideal for children aged 3 to 9 years.
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Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! I’ve got a great little book to tell you about called No Means No by Jayneen Sanders. It’s all about rights, personal boundaries, respect, consent, and choice. Pretty important stuff, right?
This book is perfect for reading to kids aged 3 to 6. It tackles situations where children might feel pressured into doing things they don’t want to do. For example, when Aunt Jeannie asks for a kiss, the book teaches kids that it’s okay to say no and find a different way to greet her. It’s all about being respectful and finding ways to express themselves that feel right.
Another important topic the book covers is bathing. It empowers kids to say no if they want to wash and dry their private parts on their own. It’s all about teaching them that they’re the boss of their own bodies and that their wishes should be respected.
The book also addresses playing with older cousins or friends. If they want to wrestle or tickle and the child doesn’t feel comfortable, the book emphasizes that no means no. It’s all about setting boundaries and ensuring their safety.
And let’s not forget about school! The book teaches kids that they have the right to say no if someone wants to hold their hand or do something they’re not comfortable with. It’s all about giving them the confidence to assert themselves and make their own choices.
One of the most important aspects of the book is consent. It’s never too early to start talking to kids about consent, especially with all the news and social media stories about it. By introducing these concepts early on, we can help shape their understanding and behavior as they grow older.
The book even includes discussion questions at the end, which is super helpful for starting conversations with your kids. Jayneen Sanders really knows how to make these topics accessible and engaging.
So, all in all, No Means No is a fantastic book to read with your little ones. It covers important foundations for sex education and protective behaviors. By instilling these values early on, you’re setting them up for a lifetime of understanding and respecting boundaries. Cheers!
