Consent
This Is My Body: I Get to Choose by Brook Sitgraves Turner
Ages 0-3
A basic introductory book about consent with clear messaging and captivating, real pictures. The book Includes age specific discussion questions in the back to talk about and practice consent in your family!
Yes! No! A First Conversation About Consent by Megan Madison, Jessical Ralli, and Isabel Roxas
Ages 0-4
This book is a good introduction to consent. It has captivating pictures for younger readers and interactive questions for preschoolers.
Can I Give You A Squish? By Emily Neilson
Ages 0-4
A tale of a mermaid who learns that not all underwater beings like “squishes.” The mermaid pivots to find other ways to show affection for friends.
Same Love, Different Hug by Sarah Hovorka
Ages 0-4
Some people love big hugs, some like small hugs, and some don’t like hugs at all. A sweet read on how to read social situations and wants of others.
Hattie Hates Hugs by Sarah Hovorka
Ages 0-5
Hattie’s mind and body are telling her she does not like hugs. Luckily, her great grandmother feels the same and explains to Hattie all the ways she can share with others that she prefers not to be touched. Hattie shows her strength and her family understands.
Don’t Touch My Hair by Sharee Miller
Ages 1-5
Aria loves her hair, but does not love curious hands touching it. Follow her journey of exploring personal boundaries and setting limits.
From My Head to My Toes, I say What Goes by Charlotte Barkla and Jacqui Lee
Ages 1-5
A rhyming introduction to consent and the many ways children can say “yes” and “no.”
Rissy No Kissies by Katey Howes
Ages 2-5
Rissy is a lovebird who does not like kisses. Her family worries that she is sick or confused, but eventually understands that Rissy wants to show affection in other ways.
Consent for Kids! Boundaries, Respect and Being in Charge of You by Rachel Brian
Ages 6+
This book about consent and respect is great for older kids who enjoy comics.
Let’s talk about Body Boundaries, Consent and Respect by Jayneen Sanders
Ages 2-5
This book provides real life examples, with scripting, that your child will encounter regarding body safety and consent. It also offers opportunities for your child to reflect on how people are feeling in different situations. There is a helpful section at the end that includes discussion questions for parents and caregivers.
Bodies
We’re Different, We’re the Same (Sesame Street) by Bobbi Kates
Ages 0-5
Follow some of your favorite Sesame Street characters as they explore how bodies are the same and can be different.
The Bare Naked Book by Kathy Stinson
Ages 1-3
An interactive book for young kids that illustrates and names the function of many body parts, including nipples, genitals, and butts.
Your Whole Body by Lizze DeYoung Charbonneau
Ages 2-5
This book explores how amazing the human body is by illustrating, naming, and sharing cool facts about many different body parts, including their functioning.
I Love My Body Because by Shelly Anand
Ages 2-5
This book celebrates bodies and everything they can do. It discusses how all bodies are different and all bodies are good. It ends with the opportunity for your child to share what they love about their body.
Babies
What Makes a Baby by Cory Silverberg
Ages 2-5
This book explores the many ways babies are created through bright, colorful pictures.
The Science of Babies by Deborah Roffman
Ages 3+
A quick and easy read showing the biology of babies.
Making a Baby by Rachel Greener, Clare Owen
Ages 5+
This book describes the many ways babies come into the world.
Pornography
Ages 3-6
A great resource for parents to use to teach their 3-6 year olds about the difference between good and bad pictures and how to create an appropriate plan.
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures: Porn Proofing for Today’s Kids by Kristen A. Jenson
Ages 6-11 years
This book explains what pornography is, why the pictures are dangerous, and how to say “no” to pornography.
Family Structure
Ages 0-2
A bright picture book that celebrates different family structures
Love Makes a Family by Sophie Beer
Ages 0-3
A short board book highlighting families with different caregiving structures, and the common thread of love in each home.
Come Over to My House by Eliza Hull and Sally Ripping
Ages 1-5
This rhyming book explores the different homes and family structures of children.
This Is How We Do It by Matt Lamothe
Age 2+
This book follows the real lives of seven kids from around the world. It is an engaging book for readers, and can be read as a choose your own adventure.
Adoption
Our Wish for You: A Story About Open Adoption by Dano Moreno
Ages 1-5
This is a captivating book that follows the journey of a child from birth mother to adoptive fathers. It highlights the warmth and caring all adults show for the child.
Ages 1-5
Through a variety of family structures, this book explores adoption and how love binds a family.
Divorce
Ages 0-2
Highlights separated parents and a child who navigates two homes.
Tuesday is Daddy’s Day by Elliot Kreloff
Ages 1-4
This book is a little girls’ story about having co-parents and living in two separate homes. The book highlights the girls’ flexibility when schedules change.
Fred Stays With Me! By Nancy Coffelt
Ages 1-5
This book follows a young girls’ journey in a split home, and the constancy of her dog, Fred.
Everything Changes by Clare Helen Welsh and Asa Gilland
Ages 2-5
Using changing seasons as an analogy, this book explores some of the feelings that may arise when parents separate. It normalizes and validates the feelings, while acknowledging they will come and go.
Gender Diversity
My Sister, Daisy by Adria Karlsson
Ages 3+
A great book for a sibling of a gender diverse/transgender child. It explores the relationship between two siblings as the younger sibling navigates feeling like a girl and not a boy.
I am Jazz by Jessica Herthel and Jazz Jennings
Ages 3+
Based on a real life story, this book follows Jazz as she explores living as her authentic self.
When Aidan Became a Brother by Kyle Lukoff
Ages 4+
This is a great book for gender diverse or transgender children who are about to become older siblings. It highlights parents acknowledging what they’ve learned from their missteps and a family’s love for their child just the way they are.
Every Body is a Rainbow by Caroline Carter, PsyD
Ages 3-7
A book filled with rainbows that explores gender identity, illustrates pictures of different bodies and anatomy, and teaches kids how to use pronouns.
Ages 3-6
This book highlights the importance of names. It features a multiracial family and their support of the transition. It also highlights fears about returning to school and support received from staff and friends.
Sam is My Sister by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
Age 3-6
This is a good resource to use with children who have a sibling, close family member, or friend who is exploring their gender.
Celebrate Being Your Unique, Authentic Self
Ages 1-4
A colorful, fun story that encourages children to be their authentic self, and nobody else.
Katerina Cruickshanks by Daniel Gray-Barnett
Ages 2-5
Katerina is a loud, energetic child who highlights that “being too much” does not exist.
Anxiety and Worry
Ages 2-5
This book follows Sam as he navigates new experiences. While he feels nervous at first, by slowly immersing himself he is able to enjoy new things.
The Worry Balloon by Mónica Mancillas
Ages 3-7
On the first day of school, Isla’s mind is full of “what ifs.” The book highlights mindfulness strategies to help shift the worry/anxiety.
Ruby Finds A Worry by Tom Percival
Ages 2-6
Ruby has a worry that keeps growing, until one day she learns talking about the worry helps it shrink.