Difficult Topics for Kids: Consent and Abuse

Sometimes we have to learn about difficult things like consent and abuse. This list of books can help us start the conversation.

Updated October 28, 2025
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Buffalo and Erie County Public Library
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The big bad wolf in my house
Fontaine, Vale?rie
Paper Book
A young girl describes what it's like when her mom's new friend comes to stay -- a moving story about domestic violence that ends on a hopeful note. The young girl tells us that her mom's new friend is just like the big bad wolf. At first the wolf is sweet and kind to her mom, though the...
Some secrets should never be kept
Sanders, Jayneen
Paper Book
This beautifully illustrated children's book sensitively broaches the subject of keeping children safe from inappropriate touch. It is an invaluable tool for caregivers and educators to broach the subject of safe and unsafe touch in an age-appropriate way. The discussion questions support both...
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.....

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