by Emily Neilson. This beautifully illustrated book takes readers under the sea following Kai, a mer-boy who loves hugs (which he and his mom call squishes). He soon realizes that not everyone may feel the same way about physical affection. With the help of his underwater friends, he learns alternatives and sends a great message […]
A fun, factual and LGBTQ+ inclusive resource for delivering effective and engaging relationships and sex education (RSE) to students aged 14+. For too long this education has focused on dangers and risks, but young people have the right, need, desire and curiosity to see the bigger sex-ed picture. Created by UK based company Outspoken Sex […]
by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights. This book offers the tools to teach young people about sexuality and sexual health from a sex positive, human rights perspective. Covering topics that range from anatomy to consent and healthy relationships, it approaches sexuality education across all gender identities and sexual orientations with activities that help […]
HuffPost spoke to sex educators about how to talk to kids about sexual abuse from infancy to the teen years, and how to recognize and respond to troubling situations if they arise.
by McKinley Hunter Manasco. The rules of physical contact can be tricky to grasp and children with special needs are at a heightened risk of abuse. This friendly picture book explains in simple terms how to tell the difference between acceptable and inappropriate touch, thereby helping the child with special needs stay safe.
by Jayneen Sanders. A beautifully illustrated children’s picture book that sensitively broaches the subject of keeping children safe from inappropriate touch. We teach water and road safety, but how do we teach Body Safety to young children in a way that is neither frightening nor confronting? This book is an invaluable tool for parents, caregivers, […]
by Planned Parenthood. This book provides nonjudgmental (and fun!) answers meant to educate teens without the uncomfortable silence or weird eye contact often associated with “The Talk.” This book isn’t afraid to tackle the nitty-gritty questions, such as Does masturbating give you a disease?‚ and Is the pineapple thing true? that you may think twice […]
by Erin Brown and Erica Smith. A comprehensive, sex positive, inclusive, and honest guide based on real questions and conversations with kids. This guide provides the guidance for how to think and talk about sex, dating, gender, sexuality and more in a positive, medically accurate, consent-conscious, and inclusive way.
An animated video to educate children about what to do when confronted with abusive behavior, safe and unsafe touches, going to a parent or another trusted adult if they are confronted in an unsafe situation, and that it is not their fault.
by Cory Silverberg. A comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identities. This book is an essential resource about bodies, gender, and sexuality for children ages 8 to 10 as well as their parents and caregivers.
by Isabella Rotman. This short and fun comic guide includes tips on what affirmative consent looks like, advocating for what you want, and setting boundaries that honor your comfort and safety. It’s an inclusive resource illustrating how easy it really is to respect each other’s bodies and desires.
Welcome to Roo High School, where no question is off-limits. Watch MyLifeAsEva, the Bell Twins, and sex ed chatbot Roo answer questions about crushes, healthy relationships, and consent—in the style of promposals.