Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept

A gentle guide for children explains the difference between safe and unsafe touch, showing why some secrets should never be kept and how to keep telling a trusted adult until believed.

For families who want to talk about body safety before it's ever needed, this book gives parents the exact words to open that conversation.

• Big idea: Your body belongs to you, and no secret about it should ever have to be kept alone.
• Vibes: Calm, direct, and reassuring rather than frightening.

• are working on understanding safe versus unsafe touch
• benefit from clear, age-appropriate language about their bodies
• are learning that some secrets should never be kept
• respond well to a supportive adult guiding the conversation

• Body safety: What are the correct names for our private parts, and why do we use them?
• Understanding the message: What does it mean that some secrets should never be kept?
• Real-life connection: Who are the trusted adults in your life you could tell if something felt wrong?
• Feelings & empathy: Why do you think it's important to keep telling until someone believes you?
• Empowerment: What does it mean to say 'my body belongs to me'?