A Family Guide to Body Safety

A practical guide that gives families a clear framework for teaching children about body safety — covering safe, unwanted, and unsafe touch with scripts for how children can respond in each situation.

Built for everyday use, this guide walks caregivers through seven concrete strategies for weaving body safety conversations into daily life — from role play and book reading to naming feelings and identifying trusted adults by name.

What You'll Learn

• How to explain three types of touch (safe, unwanted, and unsafe) in simple, child-friendly language
• Scripted verbal responses children can practice and use in real situations
• Seven strategies for integrating body safety into everyday routines
• How to teach consent and body autonomy through modeling and daily moments
• How to identify safe adults and talk about the difference between secrets and surprises
• A curated reading list for families

Who Is This For

Caregivers and families who want to start — or continue — body safety conversations with their children in a practical, non-overwhelming way.

📤 Share this resource with every family you work with — available for free, no subscription required.