Let’s face it, as much as you might want to avoid discussing this topic with your little one, hoping your baby will grow up a bit, in today’s times it’s imperative to start this discussion very early. yes, I’m talking about the time to teach children to play well and play badly.
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With my babies (I like to refer to them as babies, even though they’re toddlers now!), getting ready to hit the next milestone of joining a preschool very soon, it’s time to talk about the “elephant in the room”. ‘ !
I know, I know, I know. This is a very difficult subject to talk about. but we have to.
We need to get over that awkwardness and put aside our differences as moms, dads, teachers, and community members and talk more about this terrible topic.
After the recent incidents in our society, the web is full of debates on how to teach children about good touch, bad touch. But trust me, most parents have a hard time starting the conversation, especially when the kids are as young as 3.
So here are the top 5 books for teaching kids how to play well and play poorly that can help you start the conversation with your young child.
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the 5 best books to teach children to play well and play badly
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1.it’s my body
One of the first things to start with when initiating the topic of good touch, bad touch is imbibing the idea of ownership of the child’s body. ‘It’s MY Body’ is a wonderful book to get started for Preschoolers. It introduces concept of safe boundaries, how to distinguish between “good” and “bad” touches, and how to respond appropriately to unwanted touches. This is a powerful book for enhancing self-esteem.
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2. I Said No!: A Kid-to-Kid Guide to Keeping Private Parts Private
If talking to your 4-year old about setting healthy boundaries for their private parts is coming up as a daunting and awkward task for you, this book is a must-have. Using a simple, direct, decidedly non-icky approach & 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: What’s appropriate and with whom; How to deal with inappropriate behavior, bribes and threats; When and where to go for help; Dealing with feelings of guilt and shame.This book is based on a true story. With ‘pause & discuss’ pattern and red-flag tips, I would highly recommend this interactive book.
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3. do you have a secret? (let’s talk about it!)
Every child has secrets, and many secrets are fun to keep- for instance, a surprise birthday gift for Mom, or a secret handshake with a young friend. But sometimes, children have secrets that make them feel bad, and these secrets are best shared with their parents, or with some trusted older person.
this is an excellent book that talks about the most basic things of all: how to distinguish between good and bad secrets. young children often do not distinguish between a surprise and a secret. And the best way to start talking about body safety and good touch, bad touch is by telling them to be open with their parents and teachers and share any secrets that are on their minds.
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4. amazing you!: be smart with your private parts
With curious preschoolers asking questions about baby-making process and what not, this book would help you empower your child with the right information. Lighthearted illustrations enliven the text, making this a book that parents will gladly share with their young ones. It is a very detailed introduction to male and female anatomy; although it is aimed at small children, it is entirely unapologetic in its honest graphic depictions of its topic. I think it is a tasteful introduction to body differences and to the basics of reproductive development and where babies come from.
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5. not everyone is nice: helping kids learn to be careful around strangers
‘Not Everyone is Nice’ teaches children what to do if a stranger approaches and reminds them that looking or acting nice. It’s a great book on teaching about ‘Stranger Danger’. It helps kids understand that even when people appear friendly, one should never trust a stranger. It also does a good job at pointing out how to properly handle the situation and that there are still good people around us.
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Children are visual learners, so a book or story is a great way to approach this topic with your child. I hope that these books will help our children become more aware of their bodies and understand the basics of body safety. after all, knowledge is a powerful deterrent, especially with young children who are targeted due to their innocence and ignorance on this subject.
Come on mommy!
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