I Said No!

38 pages, 2020

Kimberly King

non-fiction

85 books

Takeaways

Description

How help kids set healthy boundaries for their private parts can be a daunting and awkward task for parents, counselors, and educators. Written from a kid's point of view, I Said No! helps this task. To help Zack cope with a real-life experience he had with a friend, he and his mom wrote a book to help prepare other kids to deal with a range of problematic situations.

I Said No! uses kid-friendly language and illustrations to help parents and concerned adults give kids guidance they can understand, practice, and use. Using a simple, direct, decidedly non-icky approach that doesn't dumb down the issues involved as well as an easy-to-use system to help kids rehearse and remember appropriate responses to help keep them safe, I Said No! covers a variety of topics including.

Importance of Open Communication

Kimberly King emphasizes the importance of open communication between parents and children. She encourages parents to talk about sensitive topics like personal boundaries and inappropriate behavior. This helps children understand their rights and feel comfortable discussing their concerns.

Empowering Children

In 'I Said No!', King empowers children by teaching them to trust their instincts. If something doesn't feel right, they should say 'no'. This book is a great tool for parents to help their children understand the power of their voice.

Practical Strategies

The book provides practical strategies for children to handle uncomfortable situations. King suggests techniques like the 'No, Go, Tell' strategy, which encourages children to say 'no', leave the situation, and tell a trusted adult.

Understanding Personal Boundaries

King helps children understand personal boundaries. She explains that their body belongs to them, and they have the right to protect it. This is a crucial lesson for children to learn and understand from a young age.

Interactive Learning

I Said No! is not just a book, it's an interactive learning tool. It includes quizzes and discussion points to engage children and reinforce the lessons. This makes it easier for children to grasp the concepts and apply them in real life.

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