my body belongs to me by jill starishevsky

With inspirational rhyming and beautiful illustrations, this is a compelling and uplifting message of what is right and wrong. A Suggestions for the Storyteller” section is also included to assist in facilitating a comfortable discussion afterwards, thereby helping to prevent the unthinkable from happening to any child. Most importantly, this narrative assures young ones that sexual molestation is not their fault, and by speaking out, the child will continue to grow big and strong. Telling the story of a gender-neutral child who is inappropriately touched by an uncles friend, this tale delivers a powerful moral when the youngster reveals the offender and the parents praise the childs bravery. In a non-threatening, engaging manner, this guide teaches kids that when it comes to their body, there are some parts that are for no one else to see” and empowers them to tell a parent or teacher if someone touches them inappropriately. Licensed family and child therapist, Founder, “The author skillfully captures an extremely difficult subject using simple language any child can understand.Speaking to children on their own terms, this critically acclaimed book sensitively establishes boundaries for youngsters. Starishevsky for taking on this project.” -Kimberley Clayton Blaine, MA, MFT

Stop the Silence: Stop Child Sexual Abuse, Inc., “Prevention is key when it comes to children’s personal safety. “With an easy rhyme and attractive pictures, this book will help both adults and children enter into a conversation about a subject that is often extremely hard for anyone to speak about, privately or publicly.” -Pamela Pine, PhD, MPH “Finally, a book that explains to children in a clear, understandable way what child sexual abuse is, why it’s not their fault and why it is critical to tell an adult when it happens.” -Ross Ellis, Founder and CEO, Love Our Children, USA Without being taught about body boundaries, a child may be too young to understand when abuse is happening-or. '.In only 19 sentences, this simple book will empower children while promoting open communication.' My Body Belongs to Me: A Book about Body Safety. Parents and educators will find it a vital tool to initiate a lifesaving dialogue. Children will respond to the rhyming text and bright illustrations. Geared toward children ages 3-10, it tells the story of a child who is touched by an uncle's friend and tells a parent. It assures them that it’s OK to tell a parent or teacher if someone touches their “private parts.” Starishevsky has crafted a book that speaks to children - it makes them aware that when it comes to their bodies, there are boundaries. “Finally, a book that explains to children in a clear, understandable way what child sexual abuse is.”įree Spirit Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of My Body Belongs to Me, its much anticipated, critically acclaimed book by New York City child abuse and sex crimes prosecutor Jill Starishevsky.

My body belongs to me by jill starishevsky