Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will understand what consent means and how to keep your body safe.
Materials and Prep
- Colorful stickers
- Blank paper
- Markers or crayons
No prior knowledge needed, just an open mind and willingness to learn!
Activities
- Body Safety Rules: Draw a picture of yourself and label body parts that should not be touched by others.
- Role Play: Pretend to ask a stuffed animal for a hug and let them decide if they want one.
- Sticker Chart: Create a chart with stickers for each time you ask for and receive consent (e.g., "May I have a high-five?").
Talking Points
- Consent is important: "It's essential to ask before touching someone or being touched."
- Your body, your rules: "You get to decide who can hug you or touch your body."
- It's okay to say no: "If you don't want a hug or a touch, you can always say no."
- Respect others' boundaries: "Just like you want your choices to be respected, you must respect others' choices too."
- Speak up if uncomfortable: "If someone makes you feel uncomfortable, tell a grown-up you trust."