5 Body Safety Rules Every Child Should Know

A Guide from Moses Movement to Help Protect, Empower, and Educate

At Moses Movement, we believe prevention begins with education—and that means teaching kids simple truths that give them confidence, clarity, and a strong voice. These 5 Body Safety Rules are easy to remember, rooted in respect, and designed to help children understand their rights, build boundaries, and stay safe from harm.

✨ Rule #1: My body belongs to me.

Truth: God created your body with purpose—and it’s yours to protect.No one has the right to touch you without your permission. Not even people you know.

🗣️ Say this together:“My body is a gift, and I get to say what happens to it.”

✨ Rule #2: Private parts are private.

Truth: The parts of your body covered by a swimsuit are called “private” because they’re not for others to see or touch.

Some exceptions are:

• A doctor visit (with a trusted adult present)

• A parent helping you stay clean when you're little

  
  

🗣️ Say this together:“Private parts are not for sharing, and I can say no.”

✨ Rule #3: It’s okay to say NO—even to an adult.

Truth: If someone tries to touch you, show you something inappropriate, or makes you feel uncomfortable, you have every right to say NO and walk away—even if it's someone older, a family member, or someone in church.

🗣️ Say this together:“If something feels wrong, I can say no, leave, and tell someone I trust.”

✨ Rule #4: I don’t keep secrets about touches or feelings.

Truth: Safe adults never ask kids to keep secrets about their body. If someone tells you to keep a secret that makes you feel confused, scared, or uncomfortable—tell a trusted adult right away.

🗣️ Say this together:“I don’t keep unsafe secrets. I always tell someone I trust.”

✨ Rule #5: I will always be believed and protected.

Truth: If you ever feel unsafe, scared, or unsure—you can talk to your parent, a teacher, or someone at church who loves and protects you. You are not alone, and you will never be in trouble for telling the truth.

🗣️ Say this together:“If someone hurts me or makes me feel weird, I will tell someone. I will be safe.”

📌 For Parents & Caregivers

• Review these rules often and keep conversations open.

• Use correct body part names to reduce shame and confusion.

• Reassure your child they can talk to you about anything.

• Watch for red flags like sudden behavior changes or fearfulness.

• Model healthy touch, boundaries, and emotional safety in the home.

  
  

🤝 Let’s Keep Kids Safe—Together

Moses Movement is here to educate, equip, and empower families to prevent sexual abuse and exploitation through faith-based, trauma-informed tools.

Visit mosesmvmt.org/resources for more body safety guides, red flag checklists, and healing tools for survivors and families.