Support Materials

Books are a powerful part of therapy sessions at CAC and can play an important role at home and school, too. The age-appropriate titles below are not just educational, they are comfort stories, conversation starters and companions that support healing without re-traumatizing. When used appropriately, they help sexually abused children and teens feel heard, understood and supported as they move forward in their lives.

Below are also links to recommended websites and services that offer a wealth of support whether you are a caregiver, child victim or advocate for preventing abuse or bringing hope to those on the healing journey.

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Books about Sexual AbuseBack to Top

Some Part Are Not For Sharing Book Cover

Ages 1-5

Some Parts are Not for Sharing

Friendly fish and underwater scenes are used to give a simple message about private body parts and safe touch.

by Julie Le Federico

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Ages 2-8

It’s My Body

Gives examples of different types of touches to help children to recognize and resist uncomfortable touch.

by Lory Freeman

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Ages 3-7

The Right Touch

Jimmy’s mum explains the difference between good touches and touches that are uncomfortable, secret or forced.

by Sandy Kleven

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Ages 3-7

My Body Belongs to Me

An interactive book which uses rhythm to engage the reader. Defines body boundaries, sexual abuse and emphasizes the importance of telling

by Jill Starishevsky

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Ages 3-10

No-No the Little Seal

Encourages children to talk about their worries through the story of NoNo. Includes a guide for parents and a CD of the story with songs.

by Sherri Patterson and Judith Feldman

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Ages 5-10

I Said No!

Explains what private body parts are, good and bad touching, scenarios of what someone may say, what to do if you feel uncomfortable.

by Zach and Kimberly King

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Healthy Sexuality BooksBack to Top

Ages 2-6

What Makes a Baby

A straight-forward book about human reproduction and birth.

by Cory Silverberg

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Ages 3-6

Amazing You!

Presents straight-forward information about reproduction, birth and body differences.

by Dr. Gail Saltz

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Ages 8+

Sex Is a Funny Word

A comprehensive healthy sexuality comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations and gender identities.

by Cory Silverberg and Fiona Smyth

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Ages 10+

The Girl’s Body Book

A comprehensive book that covers puberty, common questions about body changes, drug and alcohol use, school, managing emotions and more.

by Kelli Dunham

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Ages 10+

The Boy’s Body Book

A comprehensive book that covers puberty, common questions about body changes, drug and alcohol use, school, managing emotions and more.

by Kelli Dunham

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Ages 10+

It’s Perfectly Normal

A comprehensive book that covers puberty, reproduction, birth, hygiene, sexual abuse, sexually transmitted illnesses and healthy relationships

by Robie Harris

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Recommended WebsitesBack to Top

Darkness to Light

Sexual abuse prevention and awareness education for adults

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The Mama Bear Effect

Sexual abuse prevention and awareness education for adults

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ProtectMIChild

Online safety information and statewide registry for electronic devices

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National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

Resources regarding missing and exploited children

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National Sexual Assault Hotline

Sexual assault resources, information and hotline/chatline

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The Polaris Project

National human trafficking awareness and hotline/chatline

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Suicide prevention information and hotline

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Love is Respect

Relationship abuse and domestic violence information and education for teens and adults

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The Trevor Project

LGBTQIA+ support, crisis/suicide prevention

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No Hit Zone

Physical abuse prevention through alternatives to physical discipline

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Monique Burr Foundation

Child sexual abuse education and curriculum for children

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Play it Safe!

Child sexual abuse education and curriculum for children

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Enough Abuse

Campaign to end child sexual abuse

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Safe 4 Athletes

Fostering safe environments, free from abuse, for athletes

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Netsmartz

Cybersafety education for children and teens

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Michigan & National ResourcesBack to Top

Michigan Child Protective Services (CPS)

A program within the Department of Human Services (DHS) responsible for investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect.

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Michigan Sex Offender Registry

This registry assists the public in preventing and protecting against the commission of future criminal sexual acts by convicted sex offenders.

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Childhelp USA

This organization meets the physical, emotional, educational and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children.

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KidsCount Database

Funds a nationwide network of state-level KIDS COUNT® (LA INFANCIA CUENTA™) grantees to track the well-being of children in the United States.

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Michigan Crime Victim Compensation

Information on crime victim assistance and compensation. Includes forms and victim’s rights information.

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Michigan Children’s Trust Fund

CTF serves as a voice for Michigan’s children and families and promotes their health, safety and welfare by funding effective local programs and services that prevent child abuse and neglect.

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The National Children’s Alliance

This professional membership organization helps communities respond to child abuse allegations effectively and efficiently, with a clear focus on the needs of child victims.

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Prevent Child Abuse America

This organization focuses on preventing the abuse and neglect of our nation’s children, whether physical, sexual, educational or emotional.

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