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This reading list has been compiled by NSPCC Safeguarding Information Service (August, 2009).
Ages 0 to 5 years
Ages 5 to 9 years
Ages 9 to 13 years
Ages 13 years and over
All age groups
Everyone's got a bottom.
Rowley, Tessa and Edwards, Jodi (ill.)
Fortitude Valley, Qld.: Family Planning Queensland, 2007
ISBN: 095791296X
A story for young children (aged 3 to 8) which aims to provide parents and caregivers with a way to gently introduce the subject of self protection.
It's your body: you're in charge! Grades K2.
Mazzarella, Tony and Grossman, Tony
Plainview, N.Y.: Sunburst Visual Media, 2006
ISBN: 1595207058
A programme to teach young children (aged 4 to 8) about sexual abuse in a non-threatening way. Looks at: which parts of the body are private, the difference between good and bad touching, and between good and bad secrets, and what to do if someone breaks the 'touching rule'. Consists of a teacher's guide and DVD/video (~14 mins).
Stay OK.
Barnardo's. Polepark Family Service
Edinburgh: Barnardo's. Scotland, 2005
ISBN: 1904659195
DVD containing a short animated film aimed at pre-school and primary school children. Designed to raise awareness and develop safety strategies to help children keep their bodies safe; and, to help children distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate touching. The film was developed and produced with the help of children at Barnardo's Polepark Family Service in Dundee, some who themselves have survived sexual abuse.
Rosy and Jack.
Reading, Nicole
Bendigo, Vic.: Innovative Resources, 2004
ISBN: 0958018820
Aimed at young children this picture book tells the story of Rosy and Jack, a brother and sister who have been touched by someone in ways they didn't like and told to keep it a secret. It is a story about sexual abuse and what can be done to stop it.
NoNo the little seal: the gentle story of a little seal who learns to stay safe, say 'No', and tell.
Patterson, Sherri, Feldman, Judith and Bowler, Ray (ill.)
Bendigo, Australia: St Luke's Innovative Resources, 2004
ISBN: 0958018839
This book for young children and primary school aged children addresses the issue of child sexual abuse and encouraging children to talk about it and tell someone if they are worried. It uses the story of NoNo the seal who has a sad secret that is making him unhappy and he doesn't know whether it is wrong to tell, and who he should tell. It aims to give children the confidence to stay safe and say 'No'. It includes a guide for parents, teachers and carers and a CD of the story and songs.
Keeping kids safe: child sexual abuse prevention manual. 2nd ed.
Tobin, Pnina and Kessner, Sue Levinson
Alameda, Calif.: Hunter House, 2002
ISBN: 089793332X
Manual for concerned adults providing ways to educate children to protect themselves from unwanted touches and to obtain help in times of crisis. Consists of a facilitator's guide and two curricula, one for ages 3 to 7 and one for ages 8 to 11. Provides information on: myths and facts about child sexual abuse; child development issues and indicators of sexual abuse; reporting procedures and follow-up methods; working with parents, teachers and the school system.
Teaching children to protect themselves: a resource for teachers and adults who care for young children.
Briggs, Freda, McVeity, Michael and Love, Monica (ill.)
St. Leonards, N.S.W.: Allen and Unwin, 2000
ISBN: 1864489928
A handbook for teachers and counsellors working with primary aged children, providing ideas for teachers and parents as well as counsellors and therapists working both with children at risk of abuse and children who have been abused. Focuses specifically on the protection of children from sexual abuse .
Bobbie's story: a guide for foster parents.
Mars, Brennan Lynn
Washington, D.C.: Child Welfare League of America, 1999
ISBN: 0878687017
To be used in conjunction with Bobbie's story: a feelings workbook. The guide is divided into sections that correspond with pages in the workbook, topics covered include self-blame, betrayal, and empowering the sexually abused child.
Bobbie's story: a feelings workbook.
Mars, Brennan Lynn and Tsai, D. H. (ill.)
Washington, D.C.: Child Welfare League of America, 1999
ISBN: 0878687351
An illustrated workbook that tells the story of a young child who was sexually abused and is now living with foster parents. Intended for use by either male or female children between the ages of 5-10. Should be used in conjunction with Bobbie's story: a guide for foster parents.
The right touch: a read-aloud story to help prevent child sexual abuse.
Kleven, Sandy
Bellevue, Wash.: Illumination Arts Publishing Company, 1998
ISBN: 0935699104
A story about good and bad touches, to be read to children aged 3-7 by parents, carers or teachers. With an introduction about child abuse and guidelines on what to do if a child tells you about an abusive situation.
Paper dolls and paper airplanes: therapeutic exercises for sexually traumatized children.
Crisci, Geraldine, Lay, Marilynn and Lowenstein, Liana B.
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1998
ISBN: 1558640487
A tool designed for mental health professionals working with sexually abused children. Each chapter is based on a particular treatment issue, e.g. coping with feelings, sexuality, and provides paper-and-pencil exercises, role-playing activities, therapeutic games, puppet shows, and music and art activities. This title is widely used by NSPCC staff.
Private zone: a guide for children to prevent sexual molestation.
Dayee, Frances S., Megale, Marina (ill.) and Meyer, Linda D. (ed.)
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1997
ISBN: 1558640312
Aims to teach children aged between 4 and 11 years old about personal safety and sexual abuse prevention. Includes information for adults about sexual assault indicators and what to do if abuse is suspected.
Your body belongs to you.
Spelman, Cornelia and Weidner, Teri (ill.)
Morton Grove, Ill.: Albert Whitman and Company, 1997
ISBN: 0807594733
Explains in simple, reassuring language that a child's body is his or her own; that it is alright for children to decline a friendly hug or kiss, even from someone they love; and that 'even if you don't want a hug or kiss right now, you can still be friends.' Defines private parts and stresses the importance of telling a trusted adult if someone tries to touch them. Aimed at children age 3-6. Provides parents' notes.
When I was little like you.
Porett, Jane, and Lipczenko, S. Dmitri (ill.)
Washington, D.C.: Child Welfare League of America, 1993
ISBN: 0878685308
Suitable for children aged 4-8 years, this children's book is based on the author's childhood experiences of sexual abuse and not being able to tell anyone about this abuse. Urges children to tell a trusted adult if they are being sexually abused.
Red flag green flag people: a personal safety program for children. Updated ed.
Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Fargo, N.D.: Red Flag Green Flag Resources, 1992
ISBN: 0914633104
Developed by the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center, this book is suitable for primary school aged children to teach them about appropriate and inappropriate kinds of touching with family, friends and strangers. Although it is designed mainly as a teaching resource, it can also be used by social services, legal and medical practitioners and parents.
Annie. Rev. ed.
Olson, Trygve (ill.)
Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Fargo, N.D.: Rape and Abuse Crisis Center, 1992
ISBN: 0914633031
Suitable for primary school aged children (5-10 years), this storybook is designed to help girls who have been touched in a way that is scary or confusing. It encourages children to explore their feelings about confusing touches.
Andy.
Olson, Trygve (ill.)
Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Fargo, N.D.: Rape and Abuse Crisis Center, 1992
ISBN: 0914633198
Suitable for primary school aged children (5-10 years), this book is designed to encourage children to explore their feelings about confusing touches. It encourages children to tell a trusted adult if anything happens to them.
Everyone's got a bottom.
Rowley, Tessa and Edwards, Jodi (ill.)
Fortitude Valley, Qld.: Family Planning Queensland, 2007
ISBN: 095791296X
A story for young children (aged 3 to 8) which aims to provide parents and caregivers with a way to gently introduce the subject of self protection.
In the know.
Miller, Michaela
NSPCC
London: NSPCC, 2007
Magazine style children's resources, aimed at children aged 8-11, which provides advice on how to protect themselves from abuse and encourages them to find someone to talk to if they are experiencing abuse. Contains quizzes, question and answer sections, colourful illustrations and comic-strips. Includes guidance on bullying, neglect, sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse and general safety advice.
It's your body: you're in charge! Grades K2.
Mazzarella, Tony, and Grossman, Tony
Plainview, N.Y.: Sunburst Visual Media, 2006
ISBN: 1595207058
A programme to teach young children (aged 4 to 8) about sexual abuse in a non-threatening way. Looks at: which parts of the body are private, the difference between good and bad touching, and between good and bad secrets, and what to do if someone breaks the 'touching rule'. Consists of a teacher's guide and DVD/video (~14 mins).
Stay OK.
Barnardo's. Polepark Family Service
Edinburgh: Barnardo's. Scotland, 2005
ISBN: 1904659195
DVD containing a short animated film aimed at pre-school and primary school children. Designed to raise awareness and develop safety strategies to help children keep their bodies safe; and, to help children distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate touching. The film was developed and produced with the help of children at Barnardo's Polepark Family Service in Dundee, some who themselves have survived sexual abuse.
Rosy and Jack.
Reading, Nicole
Bendigo, Vic.: Innovative Resources, 2004
ISBN: 0958018820
Aimed at young children this picture book tells the story of Rosy and Jack, a brother and sister who have been touched by someone in ways they didn't like and told to keep it a secret. It is a story about sexual abuse and what can be done to stop it.
Help... something bad happened to me (PDF).
Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service
Swanley, Kent: Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service, 2004
Booklet to help children who have experienced sexual abuse by providing advice and contacts. It is written from a Christian perspective and is aimed at 8-10 year olds.
No more secrets for me: sexual abuse is a secret no child should have to keep. Rev. ed.
Wachter, Oralee
Boston ; London: Little, Brown and Company, 2002
ISBN: 0316882909
A book of stories about child sexual abuse, for parents to read with children aged 5 to 12. Contains four stories in which a child makes the right decision about how to deal with an abusive or potentially abusive situation.
Keeping kids safe: child sexual abuse prevention manual. 2nd ed.
Tobin, Pnina and Kessner, Sue Levinson
Alameda, Calif.: Hunter House, 2002
ISBN: 089793332X
Manual for concerned adults providing ways to educate children to protect themselves from unwanted touches and to obtain help in times of crisis. Consists of a facilitator's guide and two curricula, one for ages 3 to 7 and one for ages 8 to 11. Provides information on: myths and facts about child sexual abuse; child development issues and indicators of sexual abuse; reporting procedures and follow-up methods; working with parents, teachers and the school system.
The outrageous adventurers... and how they turned sad beginnings into happy endings.
Rosebank Child Sexual Abuse Service Incorporated
Liverpool BC, NSW: Rosebank Child Sexual Abuse Service Inc, 2001
ISBN: 0957983301
A book by sexually abused children for sexually abused children aged 5 to 11. Includes sections on: dealing with fears, worries, blame and guilt; talking to friends, pets and family; keeping safe, and children's rights.
Let's talk about taking care of you: an educational book about body safety.
Stauffer, Lori and Deblinger, Esther
Hatfield, Pa.: Hope for Families, 2001
ISBN: 0967648904
A book designed to be read by children aged 5-10 and their parents or carers. Offers clear information and advice on appropriate and inappropriate touches, secrets, reporting and preventing sexual abuse.
Teaching children to protect themselves: a resource for teachers and adults who care for young children.
Briggs, Freda, McVeity, Michael and Love, Monica (ill.)
St. Leonards, N.S.W.: Allen and Unwin, 2000
ISBN: 1864489928
A handbook for teachers and counsellors working with primary aged children, providing ideas for teachers and parents as well as counsellors and therapists working both with children at risk of abuse and children who have been abused. Focuses specifically on the protection of children from sexual abuse.
Bobbie's story: a guide for foster parents.
Mars, Brennan Lynn
Washington, D.C.: Child Welfare League of America, 1999
ISBN: 0878687017
To be used in conjunction with Bobbie's story: a feelings workbook. The guide is divided into sections that correspond with pages in the workbook, topics covered include self-blame, betrayal, and empowering the sexually abused child.
Bobbie's story: a feelings workbook.
Mars, Brennan Lynn, and Tsai, D. H. illus.
Washington, D.C.: Child Welfare League of America, 1999
ISBN: 0878687351
An illustrated workbook that tells the story of a young child who was sexually abused and is now living with foster parents. Intended for use by either male or female children between the ages of 5-10. Should be used in conjunction with Bobbie's story: a guide for foster parents.
Treating sexually abused boys: a practical guide for therapists and counselors.
Camino, Lisa
San Francisco, Calif.: Jossey-Bass, 1999
ISBN: 0787947938
Includes many exercises and activities that can be applied in individual and group therapy settings. For work with boys aged from 7 to 18.
Feeling good again: a workbook for children who have been sexually abused.
Wasserman, Burt
Brandon, Vt.: Safer Society Press, 1998
ISBN: 1884444512
A workbook that can be used by parents or therapists working with the sexually abused child. Aims to empower the child by introducing a number of brief therapy techniques. Although intended for use with children aged 6 upwards, the author also suggests that the workbook might be useful in the treatment of adults sexually abused as children. Should be used in conjunction with "Feeling good again: guide for parents and therapists of sexually abused children".
The right touch: a read-aloud story to help prevent child sexual abuse.
Kleven, Sandy
Bellevue, Wash.: Illumination Arts Publishing Company, 1998
ISBN: 0935699104
A story about good and bad touches, to be read to children aged 3-7 by parents, carers or teachers. With an introduction about child abuse and guidelines on what to do if a child tells you about an abusive situation.
Paper dolls and paper airplanes: therapeutic exercises for sexually traumatized children.
Crisci, Geraldine, Lay, Marilynn and Lowenstein, Liana B.
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1998
ISBN: 1558640487
A tool designed for mental health professionals working with sexually abused children. Each chapter is based on a particular treatment issue, e.g. coping with feelings, sexuality, and provides paper-and-pencil exercises, role-playing activities, therapeutic games, puppet shows, and music and art activities. This title is widely used by NSPCC staff.
Private zone: a guide for children to prevent sexual molestation.
Dayee, Frances S. and Megale, Marina (ill.) and Meyer, Linda D. (ed.)
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1997
ISBN: 1558640312
Aims to teach children aged between 4 and 11 years old about personal safety and sexual abuse prevention. Includes information for adults about sexual assault indicators and what to do if abuse is suspected .
When I was little like you.
Porett, Jane and Lipczenko S. Dmitri (ill.)
Washington, D.C.: Child Welfare League of America, 1993
ISBN: 0878685308
Suitable for children aged 4-8 years, this children's book is based on the author's childhood experiences of sexual abuse and not being able to tell anyone about this abuse. Urges children to tell a trusted adult if they are being sexually abused.
Red flag green flag people: a personal safety program for children. Updated ed.
Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Fargo, N.D.: Red Flag Green Flag Resources, 1992
ISBN: 0914633104
Developed by the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center, this book is suitable for primary school aged children to teach them about appropriate and inappropriate kinds of touching with family, friends and strangers. Although it is designed mainly as a teaching resource, it can also be used by social services, legal and medical practitioners and parents.
Annie. Rev. ed.
Olson, Trygve (ill.)
Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Fargo, N.D.: Rape and Abuse Crisis Center, 1992
ISBN: 0914633031
Suitable for primary school aged children (5-10 years), this storybook is designed to help girls who have been touched in a way that is scary or confusing. It encourages children to explore their feelings about confusing touches.
Andy.
Olson, Trygve (ill.)
Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Fargo, N.D.: Rape and Abuse Crisis Center, 1992
ISBN: 0914633198
Suitable for primary school aged children (5-10 years), this book is designed to encourage children to explore their feelings about confusing touches. It encourages children to tell a trusted adult if anything happens to them.
Flip flops: a workbook for children who have been sexually abused.
Spinal-Robinson, Phyllis and Wickham, Randi Easton
Notre Dame, Ind.: Jalice Publishers, 1992
ISBN: 0962737534
Accompanied by Therapist's Guide (booklet, 17p.). For children aged 7-9 .
In the know.
Miller, Michaela
NSPCC
London: NSPCC, 2007
Magazine style children's resources, aimed at children aged 8-11, which provides advice on how to protect themselves from abuse and encourages them to find someone to talk to if they are experiencing abuse. Contains quizzes, question and answer sections, colourful illustrations and comic-strips. Includes guidance on bullying, neglect, sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse and general safety advice.
Protecting self and keeping safe pack. Loving and abusive relationships: a practical education pack for use in schools and youth settings.
Foley, Mel
Barnardo's. North East
Ilford, Essex: Barnardo's, 2006
ISBN: 1904659411
Pack which aims to help support individuals working to deliver sex and relationships education to 11 to 16 year olds. The six sessions look at: establishing the group; different types of relationships; warning signs for unhealthy relationships; different types of abuse within relationships and domestic violence; sexual exploitation and grooming; and producing materials to raise awareness within schools or youth settings. Included in the pack are two DVDs, one called Love Story which is for use with session five whilst the other is called Lover Boy and is a stand alone resource that can be used to highlight issues around sexual exploitation.
Jenny's story: an internet safety resource.
Childnet International; Lancashire Constabulary
[London]: Childnet International, 2005
A short film (DVD, 8 minutes) based on a true story about a young teenager who reveals personal information whilst chatting to a stranger online which results in her being contacted in real life and hurt. Designed as a teaching resource for use with secondary school pupils from Key Stage 3 (age 11 years) and upwards, it aims to challenge young people about the dangers of chatting to strangers online. Includes a teacher guide which provides a lesson plan, a questions and answers sheet, a discussion guide and links to further resources.
Alex in wanderland.
Laurie, Marley, and Storrier, Carol ill.
Dundee: Young Women's Centre, 2005
ISBN: 0954346424
A modern-day fairytale about a 14 year old girl named Alex who has been sexually abused by her father for six years. Struggling with the conflict between family loyalty and personal safety, she wanders into a strange land where she at last finds the answers she seeks. She returns home and calls a telephone helpline.
Help... I need someone to talk to (PDF).
Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service
Swanley, Kent: Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service, 2004
This booklet aims to provide help to young people who have experienced sexual abuse. Provides advice and contacts. It is written from a Christian perspective and aimed at 11-18 year olds .
Help... something bad happened to me (PDF).
Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service
Swanley, Kent: Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service, 2004
Booklet to help children who have experienced sexual abuse by providing advice and contacts. It is written from a Christian perspective and is aimed at 8-10 year olds.
No more secrets for me: sexual abuse is a secret no child should have to keep. Rev. ed.
Wachter, Oralee
Boston ; London: Little, Brown and Company, 2002
ISBN: 0316882909
A book of stories about child sexual abuse, for parents to read with children aged 5 to 12. Contains four stories in which a child makes the right decision about how to deal with an abusive or potentially abusive situation.
Believe me.
Sisley, Joy ed.
Leeds Animation Workshop
Leeds: Leeds Animation Workshop, 2002
Animated DVD (12 mins) of five young people describing their experiences of sexual abuse and the effects it has on them. Stresses the importance of telling a trusted adult and that help is available and young people can recover from the experience. Designed for use with 9-13 year-olds in schools or therapeutic environments, or as a training resource for professionals working with children. Booklet gives background information on sexual abuse, important messages for young people, a synopsis of the video stories and details of useful organisations and resources for supporting sexually abused children.
Treating sexually abused boys: a practical guide for therapists and counselors.
Camino, Lisa
San Francisco, Calif.: Jossey-Bass, 1999
ISBN: 0787947938
Includes many exercises and activities that can be applied in individual and group therapy settings. For work with boys aged from 7 to 18.
Feeling good again: a workbook for children who have been sexually abused.
Wasserman, Burt
Brandon, Vt.: Safer Society Press, 1998
ISBN: 1884444512
A workbook that can be used by parents or therapists working with the sexually abused child. Aims to empower the child by introducing a number of brief therapy techniques. Although intended for use with children aged 6 upwards, the author also suggests that the workbook might be useful in the treatment of adults sexually abused as children. Should be used in conjunction with "Feeling good again: guide for parents and therapists of sexually abused children".
Tina's story: feeling safe.
Byrne, Sheila, and Chambers, Leigh
London: British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF), 1998
ISBN: 1873868634
Workbook for use with children who have been separated from their birth family following abuse in the family home. It tells the story of Tina, a 10 year old girl who has been taken into foster care following sexual abuse by her father. It has been designed to be used in conjunction with an adult to help children make sense of their experiences and individual history and explore feelings and issues.
Paper dolls and paper airplanes: therapeutic exercises for sexually traumatized children.
Crisci, Geraldine, and Lay, Marilynn, and Lowenstein, Liana B.
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1998
ISBN: 1558640487
A tool designed for mental health professionals working with sexually abused children. Each chapter is based on a particular treatment issue, e.g. coping with feelings, sexuality, and provides paper-and-pencil exercises, role-playing activities, therapeutic games, puppet shows, and music and art activities. This title is widely used by NSPCC staff.
Private zone: a guide for children to prevent sexual molestation.
Dayee, Frances S., and Megale, Marina ill., and Meyer, Linda D. ed.
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1997
ISBN: 1558640312
Aims to teach children aged between 4 and 11 years old about personal safety and sexual abuse prevention. Includes information for adults about sexual assault indicators and what to do if abuse is suspected.
Shining through: pulling it together after sexual abuse. 2nd ed.
Loiselle, Mindy B., and Wright, Leslie Bailey
Brandon, Vt.: Safer Society Press, 1997
ISBN: 1884444393
A workbook for girls aged 10 and upwards.
Back on track: boys dealing with sexual abuse.
Wright, Leslie Bailey, and Loiselle, Mindy B.
Brandon, Vt.: Safer Society Press, 1997
ISBN: 1884444431
Workbook for sexually abused boys aged 10 or older. Includes activities and stories.
Cartwheels: a workbook for children who have been sexually abused.
Spinal-Robinson, Phyllis, and Wickham, Randi Easton
Notre Dame, Ind.: Jalice Publishers, 1993
ISBN: 0962737518
For children aged 10-13. Accompanied by therapist's guide (booklet, 13p).
Everything you need to know about sexual abuse. Rev. ed .
Stark, Evan, and Holly, Marsha
New York: Rosen Publishing, 1991
ISBN: 0823912450
A book for children aged nine to thirteen.
Protecting self and keeping safe pack. Loving and abusive relationships: a practical education pack for use in schools and youth settings.
Foley, Mel
Barnardo's. North East
Ilford, Essex: Barnardo's, 2006
ISBN: 1904659411
Pack which aims to help support individuals working to deliver sex and relationships education to 11 to 16 year olds. The six sessions look at: establishing the group; different types of relationships; warning signs for unhealthy relationships; different types of abuse within relationships and domestic violence; sexual exploitation and grooming; and producing materials to raise awareness within schools or youth settings. Included in the pack are two DVDs, one called Love Story which is for use with session five whilst the other is called Lover Boy and is a stand alone resource that can be used to highlight issues around sexual exploitation.
Alex in wanderland.
Laurie, Marley, and Storrier, Carol ill.
Dundee: Young Women's Centre, 2005
ISBN: 0954346424
A modern-day fairytale about a 14 year old girl named Alex who has been sexually abused by her father for six years. Struggling with the conflict between family loyalty and personal safety, she wanders into a strange land where she at last finds the answers she seeks. She returns home and calls a telephone helpline.
Jenny's story: an internet safety resource.
Childnet International; Lancashire Constabulary
[London]: Childnet International, 2005
A short film (DVD, 8 minutes) based on a true story about a young teenager who reveals personal information whilst chatting to a stranger online which results in her being contacted in real life and hurt. Designed as a teaching resource for use with secondary school pupils from KS3 and upwards, it aims to challenge young people about the dangers of chatting to strangers online. Includes a teacher guide which provides a lesson plan, a questions and answers sheet, a discussion guide and links to further resources.
Help... I need someone to talk to (PDF).
Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service
Swanley, Kent: Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service, 2004
This booklet aims to provide help to young people who have experienced sexual abuse. Provides advice and contacts. It is written from a Christian perspective and aimed at 11-18 year olds..
How long does it hurt? A guide to recovering from incest and sexual abuse for teenagers, their friends, and their families.
Mather, Cynthia L., and Debye, Kristina E., and Wood, Judy ill.
San Francisco: Wiley, 2004
ISBN: 0787975699
Provides information and advice to teenage victims of incest and sexual abuse. It describes what sexual abuse is, how to tell people if you have been sexually abused and what happens after you have told, and ways to cope and heal.
Sexually abused? (PDF).
Young Minds
London: Young Minds, 2003
Booklet for children and young people arranged under the following headings: What is sexual abuse?; Who sexually abuses children?; How someone who has been abused might feel; How abuse can effect behaviour; Telling someone else about sexual abuse; Getting help with how you feel; How can therapy help?; and Sources of help.
We are not alone: a teenage boy's personal account of child sexual abuse from disclosure through prosecution and treatment.
Angelica, Jade Christine
New York: Haworth Maltreatment and Trauma Press, 2002
ISBN: 0789009277
Fictitious account of a teenage boy's experience in the US criminal justice system following disclosure. May be used as a workbook by sexually abused boys and their families .
We are not alone: a teenage girl's personal account of incest from disclosure through prosecution and treatment.
Angelica, Jade Christine
New York: Haworth Maltreatment and Trauma Press, 2002
ISBN: 0789009269
Fictitious account of a teenage girl's experience in the US criminal justice system following her disclosure of sexual abuse by her father. May be used as a workbook by sexually abused girls and their families .
Treating sexually abused boys: a practical guide for therapists and counselors.
Camino, Lisa
San Francisco, Calif.: Jossey-Bass, 1999
ISBN: 0787947938
Includes many exercises and activities that can be applied in individual and group therapy settings. For work with boys aged from 7 to 18.
Feeling good again: a workbook for children who have been sexually abused.
Wasserman, Burt
Brandon, Vt.: Safer Society Press, 1998
ISBN: 1884444512
A workbook that can be used by parents or therapists working with the sexually abused child. Aims to empower the child by introducing a number of brief therapy techniques. Although intended for use with children aged 6 upwards, the author also suggests that the workbook might be useful in the treatment of adults sexually abused as children. Should be used in conjunction with "Feeling good again: guide for parents and therapists of sexually abused children".
Paper dolls and paper airplanes: therapeutic exercises for sexually traumatized children.
Crisci, Geraldine, Lay, Marilynn and Lowenstein, Liana B.
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1998
ISBN: 1558640487
A tool designed for mental health professionals working with sexually abused children. Each chapter is based on a particular treatment issue, e.g. coping with feelings, sexuality, and provides paper-and-pencil exercises, role-playing activities, therapeutic games, puppet shows, and music and art activities. This title is widely used by NSPCC staff.
Shining through: pulling it together after sexual abuse. 2nd ed.
Loiselle, Mindy B., and Wright, Leslie Bailey
Brandon, Vt.: Safer Society Press, 1997
ISBN: 1884444393
A workbook for girls aged 10 and upwards.
Back on track: boys dealing with sexual abuse.
Wright, Leslie Bailey, and Loiselle, Mindy B.
Brandon, Vt.: Safer Society Press, 1997
ISBN: 1884444431
Workbook for sexually abused boys aged 10 or older. Includes activities and stories.
Coping with incest. Rev. ed.
Miller, Deborah A., and Kelly, Pat
New York: Rosen Publishing, 1995
ISBN: 0823919498
A book for adolescents .
The protectors' handbook: reducing the risk of child sexual abuse and helping children recover.
Smith, Gerrilyn
London: British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF), 2008
ISBN: 9781905664474
Guide for adults providing the information and skills needed to protect children from abuse. Covers: recognising signs and indicators, reducing the risks and helping children to tell, establishing a context for recovery, emotional consequences of sexual abuse and the healing process. Includes proven techniques and firsthand experiences of young survivors.
Creating a safe place: helping children and families recover from child sexual abuse.
NCH Children and Families Project
London: Jessica Kingsley, 2001
ISBN: 1843100096
Highlights the importance of a 'safe place' as the foundation of the healing process for those affected by child sexual abuse. Contents: Developing the service; Child sexual abuse: effects on the child; Child sexual abuse: effects on the family; Creating the safe therapeutic space; Coming through the door; Helping children through pictures and models; Helping children through words and drama; Sharon's story: a case study; Helping adults to recover and change; Helping families to recover and rebuild; Working towards prevention of child sexual abuse.
Group work with sexually abused children: a practitioner's guide.
Grotsky, Lynn, and Camerer, Carel, and Damiano, Lynn
Thousand Oaks, Calif. ; London: Sage, 2000
ISBN: 076192079X
Techniques for working with groups of children who have been sexually abused. Contents: Introduction; Therapy groups and support groups: differences, goals, and group flow; Special considerations in setting-up groups; Group format; Screening group members; Safety and trust exercises; Self-esteem exercises; Internal and external boundaries exercises; Dynamics of sexual abuse exercises; Trigger response exercises; Healthy body image and self-protection exercises; Closing exercises.
Paper dolls and paper airplanes: therapeutic exercises for sexually traumatized children.
Crisci, Geraldine, and Lay, Marilynn, and Lowenstein, Liana B.
Indianapolis, Ind.: Kidsrights, 1998
ISBN: 1558640487
A tool designed for mental health professionals working with sexually abused children. Each chapter is based on a particular treatment issue, e.g. coping with feelings, sexuality, and provides paper-and-pencil exercises, role-playing activities, therapeutic games, puppet shows, and music and art activities. This title is widely used by NSPCC staff.
Caring for children and young people who have been sexually abused: [resource pack].
Croll, Linda, and Pereira, Brian
Basildon, Essex: Breakthrough for Youth, 1994
Contents: Facilitator's guide; Video on disclosure; and Reader. 3 items in box 28 x 34 x 10cm. This is the UK edition of materials originally prepared by Linda Croll of Naturas Inc., Winnipeg, Canada. Revised and adapted by Brian Pereira of Breakthrough for Youth. The video is called "Disclosures: the choice to struggle upward", by National Youth in Care Network, Canada.
Working with sexually abused children: a resource pack for professionals. 2nd ed.
Children's Society
London: Children's Society, 1991
ISBN: 0907324398
Intended for use by all professionals undertaking direct work with sexually abused children, including social workers, psychologists and guardians ad litem - as well as those dealing with suspected cases and carrying out prevention work (eg. teachers). The pack comprises: 8 practice papers; 3 leaflets written by groups of sexually abused children; and 4 books. The books are Mousie by Khadj Rouf; My book, My body by Anne Peake, and two versions of Secrets by Khadj Rouf, one featuring a white family, the other a black family .
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