Where Hands Go Body Safety Rules by Krystaelynne Sanders Diggs

This essential picture book tackles the crucial topic of body safety with age-appropriate clarity, guiding young children through the important rules about private parts and personal boundaries. Through gentle rhyming text and diverse illustrations, it teaches children to recognize inappropriate touching and empowers them to speak up when something doesn't feel right. The book presents body safety education in a way that's neither frightening nor overwhelming, making difficult conversations accessible for preschoolers and early elementary students. It serves as both an educational tool and a conversation starter for families navigating this vital aspect of child development.

What sets this book apart is its direct yet compassionate approach to teaching consent and personal safety rules to even the youngest readers. The clear, repetitive language helps children internalize the safety messages while the inclusive illustrations ensure all children can see themselves in the story. Parents seeking resources for abuse prevention education will find this particularly valuable as it provides concrete language and scenarios children can understand. This empowering guide gives children the confidence and vocabulary they need to protect themselves while reassuring parents that these necessary lessons can be taught with care and sensitivity.