Book Review
A short overview of this book
The Parent’s Helping Hand Book: A practical guide for teaching your child Protective Behaviours by Holly-ann Martin will help parents to start protecting their child from sexual abuse.
If you find this protective education thing just a trifle overwhelming, then this is the book to have. It tells you what the current risks are for your child and how to go about protecting them. It provides simple advice that any parent can implement so as to protect their child from sexual abuse. A good little book that will help you to get started!
Ideal Age
This is a book for parents. The strategies are suitable for children of all ages.
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Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! So, I’ve got this awesome transcript for you about a book called The Parents Guide to Child Protection Education by Holly Anne Martin. It’s all about teaching kids about body safety and abuse prevention. This is actually the second version of the book, which came out in late 2016.
Let me break it down for you. The book is designed to help parents start those important conversations with their kids about staying safe. It’s a nice big A4 size, so you’ll have plenty of room to read and discuss it together. Holly Anne has written other books too, tackling topics that are super relevant to keeping kids safe. Her latest one is about pornography, and she’s working on another one right now.
The book covers a range of important topics, like feelings, safety continuum, early warning signs, and the difference between dobbing and telling. It also talks about who your child’s safety team should be and what to do if someone brushes off their concerns. There’s a section on public and private spaces, as well as addressing the issue of pornography and strangers. It even covers cyber safety and what to do if your child discloses something to you.
Now, let’s talk about the theory behind protective education. It’s basically a new term for what used to be known as protective behaviours. The language around sex education is always evolving, so now they focus more on respectful and healthy relationships. It can be a bit confusing, but don’t worry, this book breaks it all down for you.
The book not only provides information, but also gives you activities to do with your child. It suggests picture books that can help facilitate these important conversations. It covers everything from early warning signs to creating a safety team with five trusted individuals. It even discusses the concept of public and private spaces.
I have to say, this book is amazing. It’s only 34 pages, but it’s packed with valuable content. It’s straightforward and easy to read, which makes it perfect for busy parents like us. If you’re unsure about how to approach the topic of keeping your kids safe from sexual abuse, this book is a fantastic place to start.
So, if you’re a parent looking for guidance on this important subject, I highly recommend checking out The Parents Guide to Child Protection Education by Holly Anne Martin. It’s a great resource that covers everything you need to know. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed. Cheers!
