How to Talk to Kids About Consent

Tips for how to talk to kids about consent

This information is geared to young children under 5 years of age, but introduces ideas to carry forward to kids, youth, and adults of all ages. Concepts include using clear and direct language, modelling your own boundaries as an example, helping them reflect, and fostering a consent culture in the family.

How to Talk to Kids About Consent: Under 5 Years of Age
1 Using clear and direct language
2 Point out other boundaries
3 Model your own boundaries
4 Teach them to ask for permission
5 Make note of emotional responses
6 Embrace we all talk about it mindset
How to Talk to Kids About Consent: Under 5 Years of Age
1 Using clear and direct language
2 Point out other boundaries
3 Model your own boundaries
4 Teach them to ask for permission
5 Make note of emotional responses
6 Embrace we all talk about it mindset
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