Kimberly Perry

Say "NO!" and TELL! Kimberly Perry

For secular audiences. This Say "NO!" and TELL! book - Maisie's Health Education Approach to Personal Safety for Kids Learning at Home, School and Youth Organizations - focuses on education to prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation in all its forms, whether that be physical or non-physical contact abuse. All children need to know what to do during a questionable encounter; statistics show it may not be a matter of if, but when. Reaching all audiences is key to empowering every child.

Our health educator's simple approach to boundaries and personal body safety for kids, guides the learning process at home, schools, sports, and other youth organizations. The inclusive characters of Maisie the Monarch and Lulu Ladybug model boundaries and body safety strategies through creative adventures filled with fun science facts about their life cycles. Eight easy to understand role-play scenarios provide practical ways for kids and adults to practice critical tools while opening opportunities for natural dialogue. There is also a quiz for review.

Valuable prevention tools are woven throughout the stories of Maisie in an age appropriate fashion, while being considerate of preserving innocence, balancing naivety with wisdom, and emphasizing doable solutions for a child. This resource contains facts, statistics, and strategies from a variety of resources. Empower children with personal safety prevention skills so they know how to respond to a questionable encounter. Reading this book WITH a child will help you both:

-Understand the value of learning personal safety prevention tools.

-Memorize a "personal safety jingle" with action steps.

-Develop communication around this sensitive topic across the generations.

-Implement a Personal Safety Family Plan.

-Embrace the Prevention Movement and break the silence.