Book Review
A short overview of this book
Your Body is Awesome. Body Respect for Children by Sigrun Danielstottir is a fantastic book about bodies and diversity for young children.
This is what the Publisher has to say…
Bodies do all sorts of amazing things, like move around, grow bigger and heal themselves. Bodies also come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and we need to take care of them so that they stay healthy and strong. If we listen to our bodies they tell us exactly what they need.
The colorful illustrations in this unique picture book will encourage children to love their bodies from an early age. By learning about all the wonderful things bodies can do, and how each body is different and unique, children will be inspired to take good care of their bodies throughout their lives. Promoting respect for body diversity among children will also encourage kindness and help prevent bullying.
This book is ideal for children aged 4 and upwards to read at home or school, either alone or with a parent, family member, teacher or other caring professional.
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Ideal Age
Ideal for children aged 4 to 7 years.
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✅ Buy a copy of Your Body is Awesome. Body Respect for Children by Sigrun Danielstottir from Amazon.
Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! Welcome to Sex Ed Rescue with Cath Hak, your friendly sex educator. Today, I want to tell you about this awesome book called Your Body is Awesome: Body Respect for Children by Sigmund Daniels D otter. Now, don’t worry if I butchered that name, my pronunciation skills aren’t the best!
This book is all about celebrating our bodies and embracing their diversity. It’s a gem, let me show you why. Right off the bat, you’ll notice the beautiful illustrations with different skin tones. It’s so important for kids to see that bodies come in all shades and colors.
The book compares our bodies to houses, highlighting how amazing they are and all the cool things they allow us to do. We can jump, dance, and splash around – bodies are all about having fun!
What’s really refreshing is that the book includes bodies of different sizes. I’ve noticed that many books focus on diversity in terms of ability, disability, culture, and skin tones, but they often miss out on body shape and size. So it’s great to see this book embracing all body types.
It also touches on the concept of body safety, which is crucial. It explains how our bodies have warning signals, like our gut instinct, that let us know if something isn’t right. It’s important to listen to those signals and trust our bodies. The book even reminds adults to listen when kids tell them what’s happening with their bodies. A great reminder for parents!
There’s a fun activity where kids can close their eyes and tune in to what their bodies are feeling. It’s all about mindfulness and getting in touch with ourselves. Plus, there’s a stretching exercise and breathing practice to help us connect with our bodies even more.
The book also highlights how brilliant our bodies are. They process food into energy, make our hearts beat, and even help our nails grow. But, just like anything else, our bodies need care. It emphasizes the importance of eating well, getting rest, and taking care of ourselves.
Now, let’s talk about body diversity. The book beautifully explains that every body is different. Some are tall, others are short. Some are larger, some are smaller. We have curly hair, straight hair, dark skin, fair skin – everyone is unique, just like the flowers in a garden. It’s a simple and powerful message: all bodies are good, and none are better than others.
To wrap it up, the book encourages us to be kind to ourselves and love the bodies we have. It’s such a fantastic resource, and I’m thrilled to add it to my collection of body image books for kids. Trust me, there aren’t many out there, so this one is a real gem.
So there you have it! Your Body is Awesome is a brilliant book that celebrates body diversity and promotes self-acceptance. It’s not rocket science, but it’s a powerful tool for educating both adults and kids. I highly recommend getting your hands on a copy. Cheers!
