Yes! No!

Yes! No! is a read-aloud board book that introduces toddlers to the idea of consent. It belongs to a series built on research suggesting that race, gender, consent and body positivity can be discussed with children from toddlerhood onward. The series was developed by experts in early childhood and in activism against injustice.

Using clear, concrete language and images, the book presents asking for permission, and being asked, as a normal and positive part of life when something involves a person's body. It centers on respect for bodily autonomy and goes through the many ways someone can say or show 'no'. The text is simple and interactive, with illustrations alongside.

The series is meant to help adults who put off or shut down hard conversations because they are unsure where to start. According to the research behind it, talking with children from about age two about topics like race, gender and bodies helps them make sense of what they see, builds self-awareness and self-esteem, and prepares them to recognize and confront unfairness such as discrimination and prejudice. The approach takes both the child and the adult into account, and the backmatter offers further resources and ideas for continuing the conversation.