Staying Safe, Strong and Happy – Safeguarding for Children (Ages 5–8) PDF

A simple, child-friendly safeguarding guide designed to teach young children how to keep their bodies safe.

This 14-page illustrated PDF helps children aged 5–8 understand body safety, trusted adults, private parts, secrets vs surprises, bullying, and basic online safety in a clear and reassuring way. Using bright visuals and easy language, it introduces important safety rules without fear or overwhelm.

Perfect for classrooms, safeguarding lessons, PSHE sessions, assemblies, and home learning.

Covers Key Topics:

• What “safe” means (happy, protected, listened to)

• Trusted adults and who keeps us safe

• Body safety rules

• Private parts guidance (swimsuit rule)

• Saying no and speaking up

• Secrets vs happy surprises

• Kind vs unkind behaviour

• Bullying explained simply

• Basic online safety awareness

This resource reinforces positive messages such as “I am Safe, Strong and Special” while encouraging children to speak up if something feels wrong.

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