Stay Safe with Ruby and Reuben

Reach for this book when you want to establish a healthy foundation for body safety and personal boundaries without causing unnecessary fear or anxiety. It provides a structured yet gentle framework for teaching young children how to distinguish between safe and unsafe touches, while also introducing the concept of a safety circle of trusted adults. The narrative follows siblings Ruby and Reuben as they learn that their bodies belong to them and that they have the right to say no to any touch that makes them uncomfortable. This is an essential tool for parents who value proactive communication and want to empower their children with the vocabulary of consent. It is particularly well suited for children ages 3 to 7 who are beginning to navigate social interactions independently at school or on playdates.