The Every Body Book of Consent by Rachel Simon
Short Summary
The Every Body Book of Consent by Rachel E. Simon is a thoughtful and inclusive guide to consent, written especially for school-aged children and tweens. While many consent books are aimed at either very young children or older teens, this one fills a much-needed gap for kids aged roughly 8 to 12. It covers everyday consent, body boundaries, and sexual consent in a developmentally appropriate way – while also including important discussions about neurodivergence, diverse bodies, and gender identity.
Age Group
Suitable for children aged 8 to 12 years.
Topics Discussed
Consent | Inclusive
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What this book is about
This isn’t just another consent book, it’s one of the few that actually hits the mark for tweens. While lots of consent books are popping up these days, most are either aimed at under-5s or teenagers. However, kids aged 7 to 12 also need clear, age-appropriate information – and that’s where this book excels.
Inside, it covers:
- What consent is and how it works in everyday life
- The idea that “your body = your rules”—but also why kids can’t consent to things like genital touch, even if they think they’re saying yes
- Boundaries and being assertive, in ways that are realistic for this age group
- Real-life examples of what giving and receiving consent looks like (including facial expressions and body language)
- How to navigate uncomfortable or unsafe situations, including power imbalances
- Sending nudes and discovering porn—yes, it includes this, and it does it well
- A full chapter on neurodivergent kids and how their brains might work differently
- Acknowledgement of intersex bodies, gender identity, and sexual orientation
It’s beautifully illustrated, inclusive, and respectful of the fact that tweens are curious, but still kids. It also does a fantastic job of reinforcing that consent isn’t just about sex. It’s about respect, safety, and understanding boundaries in all kinds of situations.
If you’re looking for a consent book that balances honesty with age-appropriateness – and actually includes the things tweens really need to hear – this one’s a winner.
I hope you find this book review helpful!
Happy talking!
❤️ Cath