Book Review
Short Summary
Secrets and Surprises by Jayneen Sanders is a book within the Little BIG Chats series, which aims to help parents, guardians, and educators have age-appropriate conversations with young children. This book explains the difference between Secrets and Surprises. It is recommended for 2-6 year olds.
What This Book Is About
‘Secrets and Surprises’ by Jayneen Sanders is a book designed for children aged 2-6. It helps distinguish between secrets and surprises, specifically addressing the serious issue of perpetrators asking children to keep abuse a secret. The book aims to educate children and instill an understanding that empowers them to prevent such situations.
What This Book Is About:
- Distinguishing between Secrets and Surprises:It emphasizes the significant difference between secrets and surprises.
- Permanence of Secrets:It acknowledges that some secrets may never be revealed.
- Transparency of Surprises: It highlights that surprises are meant to be shared.
- Uncomfortable Secrets:The book addresses the scenario where someone asks to keep a secret that makes the child uncomfortable.
- Safety Network Reporting:The reader is introduced to the practice of reporting to someone on their safety network.
Reflection and Comments
This book aims to help kids handle tough conversations, using colours to highlight the difference between secrets and surprises. With discussion starters throughout the book, parents can engage with their child, to gauge and develop their level of understanding.
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