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How do I teach my child about consent and bodily autonomy?

Published: Sep. 25, 2025Updated: Apr. 17, 2026

Teaching consent is not just about protecting kids from harm. It’s about helping them have more fulfilling social relationships, too. There are a lot of resources out there on teaching kids about consent, so look for materials that teach consent as a positive ongoing process and that will be fun and engaging for kids. Our kids need to learn about consent in everyday interactions in all kinds of relationships and situations.

Check out these tips for parents:

For more information on each of these tips, and for a list of books and other resources to help you, see our full article Teaching Children About Consent — Consent 101.

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