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Details: Written by Sandy Kleven, a licensed clinical social worker, this hardcover was published in 1998.
Synopsis: A parenting and picture book designed to help caregivers introduce the complex topic of child sexual abuse. The story, told through a mother and her son, Jimmy, explains the difference between positive and inappropriate touches, teaching children how to resist unwanted touching and emphasizing that abuse is never their fault.
Key Themes: Child safety, personal boundaries, communication, and abuse prevention.
The Right Touch: A Read-Aloud Story to Help Prevent Child Sexual Abuse (Jody Bergsma Collection) Hardcover – April 1, 1998
by Sandy Kleven (Author), Jody Bergsma (Illustrator)
4.6 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
The Right Touch goes beyond the typical scope of a children's picture book. It is a parenting guide that tackles a difficult topic—the sexual abuse of young children. This gentle, thoughtful story can be read aloud to a child by any trusted caregiver.
In the story, young Jimmy's mom explains the difference between positive touches and those that are secret, deceptive, or forced. She teaches him how to resist inappropriate touching, reaffirming that abuse is not the child’s fault.
The introduction offers valuable information about sexual abuse and guidance on what to do if your child encounters an abusive situation. Jody Bergsma's gentle illustrations help soften the story's impact; however, the portrayal of this dangerous situation remains very realistic. If your child is old enough to sit still and listen, they are ready for The Right Touch.
Used by parents and teachers nationwide to help children avoid sexual abuse, this book received the 1999 Benjamin Franklin Parenting Award. It was a finalist for the Small Press Award and was also "Selected as Outstanding" by the Parent Council, Ltd.
Details: Written by Sandy Kleven, a licensed clinical social worker, this hardcover was published in 1998.
Synopsis: A parenting and picture book designed to help caregivers introduce the complex topic of child sexual abuse. The story, told through a mother and her son, Jimmy, explains the difference between positive and inappropriate touches, teaching children how to resist unwanted touching and emphasizing that abuse is never their fault.
Key Themes: Child safety, personal boundaries, communication, and abuse prevention.
The Right Touch: A Read-Aloud Story to Help Prevent Child Sexual Abuse (Jody Bergsma Collection) Hardcover – April 1, 1998
by Sandy Kleven (Author), Jody Bergsma (Illustrator)
4.6 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
The Right Touch goes beyond the typical scope of a children's picture book. It is a parenting guide that tackles a difficult topic—the sexual abuse of young children. This gentle, thoughtful story can be read aloud to a child by any trusted caregiver.
In the story, young Jimmy's mom explains the difference between positive touches and those that are secret, deceptive, or forced. She teaches him how to resist inappropriate touching, reaffirming that abuse is not the child’s fault.
The introduction offers valuable information about sexual abuse and guidance on what to do if your child encounters an abusive situation. Jody Bergsma's gentle illustrations help soften the story's impact; however, the portrayal of this dangerous situation remains very realistic. If your child is old enough to sit still and listen, they are ready for The Right Touch.
Used by parents and teachers nationwide to help children avoid sexual abuse, this book received the 1999 Benjamin Franklin Parenting Award. It was a finalist for the Small Press Award and was also "Selected as Outstanding" by the Parent Council, Ltd.