Helping little learners understand body boundaries.

Part of our Early Years Learning Program, Harold’s Body Boundaries offers fun, age-appropriate education that helps children build vital personal safety skills. Through interactive learning and play, children explore topics like body safety, consent, personal space, and most importantly, who to turn to for help. 

These are big topics for little people – but when taught in the right way, they can be incredibly empowering. Early education builds confidence, helps children understand their rights, and gives them the tools to speak up when something doesn’t feel right. 

Tips for Talking About Body Safety at Home 

If you’re a parent wondering how to start the conversation about child safety, here are five simple tips to help: 

• Start the conversation early. Let your child know it’s okay to say “no” to touch that doesn’t feel right. 

• Use the right words. Teach them the correct anatomical names for body parts to help them communicate clearly. 

• Talk about secrets. Explain the difference between “safe” secrets, like a surprise party, and “unsafe” secrets that might make them feel worried. 
• Help them name their safe adults. Encourage your child to identify trusted people they can turn to for help or comfort. 
• Keep it open. Remind your child that they can always come to you with questions or worries, no matter how small. 

At Life Ed, we believe education is one of the most powerful tools we have to keep children safe. By working together – at school and at home – we can help every child grow up feeling safe, strong, and supported.