Stop Sexual Exploitation Week NL (Children)

Every May, Newfoundland & Labrador brings awareness to sexual exploitation in our province through increased education.

In collaboration with CASEY and Thrive, we have assembled a booklist for kids and parents, covering our bodies, consent, and being safe online.

Updated March 17, 2026
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Eyes, Knees, Boundaries, Please! : My First Book about Private Parts and Consent
Teach kids 4 to 8 about body boundaries, private parts, and consent with a positive and empowering picture book from pediatrician and bestselling author Dr. Krupa Bhojani Playforth! Knowing how to talk about their bodies and establish safe boundaries with others is critical to kids'...
Hugs are (not) for everybody
Russell, Ella
Paper Book
An upbeat ode to setting and respecting personal boundaries It's time for a birthday party! On this happy occasion, a friend arrives with hugs for everybody: in greeting, as a way to celebrate perfectly pinning the tail on the donkey and cracking open the piñata, and of course to wish a...
From my head to my toes
Raisman, Aly
Paper Book
A joyful ode to loving and caring for our bodies, from Olympic gold medalist and advocate Aly Raisman and bestselling artist Bea Jackson. My body is my own. My body is just right for me, From my head to my toes From My Head to My Toes...
Every body : a first conversation about bodies
Madison, Megan
Paper Book
A picture book edition of the board book about body liberation, offering adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way. Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this...
Yes! no! : a first conversation about consent
Madison, Megan
Paper Book
A picture book edition of the bestselling board book about consent, offering adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way. A board book bestseller - now in picture book! Developed by experts in the...
Don't hug Doug : (he doesn't like it)
Finison, Carrie.
Paper Book
Meet Doug, an ordinary kid who doesn't like hugs, in this fun and exuberant story which aims to spark discussions about bodily autonomy and consent--from author Carrie Finison and the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of The World Needs More Purple People, Daniel Wiseman.<...
Tell someone
Shumaker, Debra Kempf
Paper Book
Telling someone can help make things better. Whether you're sad or angry, happy or proud, there's one thing you can do: tell someone. Just talking about your problems can help make them better, and the person you're talking to may have ways to help. When children feel nervous...
Bodies are cool
Feder, Tyler.
Paper Book
This cheerful love-your-body picture book for preschoolers is an exuberant read-aloud with bright and friendly illustrations to pore over.   From the acclaimed creator of Dancing at the Pity Party and Roaring Softly, this picture book is a pure celebration of all the...
Consent (for kids!) : boundaries, respect, and being in charge of YOU
Brian, Rachel
Paper Book
With clear explanations, fun illustrations, and expertly-presented information, Consent (for Kids!) is an empowering introduction to consent, bodily autonomy, and respect for yourself and others. Consent is like being ruler of your own country.....
Can I give you a squish?
Neilson, Emily.
Paper Book
An important lesson on consent for over-exuberant little huggers, nestled inside this lighthearted, summery story about expressions of love and friendship. Kai is a little mer-boy who's big on hugs--or "squishes," as he and his mama call them. But not everyone's a fan of Kai's...
Under our clothes : our first talk about our bodies
Roberts, Jillian
Paper Book
Key Selling Points This book offers an age-appropriate and straightforward introduction to the complex topic of body image and safety. The World Around Us series discusses difficult topics through an organic conversation starting with a common observation and continuing with...

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