Bobby and Mandee’s Good Touch/Bad Touch

Bobby and Mandee's Good Touch/Bad Touch - Book review by Rowena Thomas | 'Amazing Me'

Book Review

Topic:

Child Safety & Consent

Age:

5-10

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Short Summary

Bobby and Mandee’s Good Touch/Bad Touch was written by Robert Khan and illustrated by Chris Hardie for kids aged 5 to 10. Robert Khan was a grade school teacher who is deeply concerned about the safety of kids, as well as the gang and drug problems that continue to plague the youth.

What This Book Is About

Bobby and Mandee are siblings want to help other kids stay safe. They tell their readers that although they’ve all been taught about stranger danger, it’s also important to know that the danger may also come from people they know.

This book helps kids understand the difference between good touch and bad touch, and how important it is to say no especially when they feel uncomfortable. It’s a  resource for those who want to give their kids a strong foundation in protective behaviours. It includes things like:

  • A quiz  about what kinds of touch are not okay
  • A parent guide on how to teach their kids to use 911
  • A blank list where parents and their children can write trusted adults they could approach when they sense danger

Reflection and Comments

This book is a resource to start off conversations with your child at an early age about what safe and unsafe touch is.

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