We ask Permission by Lydia Bowers
Short Summary
The book “We Ask Permission” by Lydia Bowers teaches children about the importance of understanding and recognising unspoken cues and body language as part of consent.
Age Group
Suitable for children aged 3 to 5 years.
Topics Discussed
Consent
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What this book is about
- “We Ask Permission” by Lydia Bowers is a children’s book about consent.
- The book focuses on understanding consent through body language and unspoken clues.
- It is part of a series called “We Say What’s Okay,” illustrated by Isabel Munoz.
- The series uses storytelling to teach children about consent, starting with a situation and then explaining the teaching points.
- The book emphasises the idea of being a “body detective” to interpret non-verbal cues of consent.
- Additional information about consent is provided at the back of the book to extend conversations.
- There is an abundance of consent books available, each focusing on different aspects.
- Understanding body language as part of consent can be challenging for children and requires practice.
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