What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Welcome to part 2 of a comprehensive five-class series focusing on safety with strangers and tricky people. It is highly recommended that your learners take these classes in sequential order, as each class builds upon the knowledge gained in the previous ones. To accommodate different preferences, I have structured the content in two formats. The first format is "camp-style" or multi-day, with scheduled sections available. You can find the class schedule and sign up here: https://outschool.com/classes/super-safety-camp-strangers-and-tricky-people-and-being-the-boss-of-my-body-bu9zPfb7?usid=VbdChdTp&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Additionally, I have created a FLEX-style course that is self-paced, featuring prerecorded lessons. There are no live classes for this format. You can access the FLEX course here: https://outschool.com/classes/safety-strangers-and-tricky-people-io1xxgIh?usid=VbdChdTp&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link I designed the one-time classes to offer flexibility in learners' schedules and allow you to pace the content as you see fit. In this five-class series, learners will explore information and scenarios to enhance their awareness and understanding of safety with strangers and tricky people. Class 2: Body Autonomy - "I'm the boss of my body!" Key Focuses for this class: -Listening to our bodies and recognizing the "uh-oh" feeling as an important signal. -Understanding the concept of "I am the boss of my body" in relation to our personal space preferences. -Emphasizing the importance of all individuals, including adults, respecting our bodies. -Cultivating assertiveness skills, and encouraging learners to speak up for themselves. After the class, students will engage in an extension activity involving personal space preferences, with the support of a trusted adult. **Please note that while we will discuss body boundaries and touches, the following will be mentioned: hugs, kisses, sitting on laps, and tickles. We will not delve into discussions about private parts or the touching of private parts. However, this topic can serve as an opportunity to discuss these sensitive matters with your learner in a manner that you feel most comfortable. Here is an excellent guide I found that can offer additional support in having these conversations: https://www.heysigmund.com/body-safety-empowering-kids-stay-safe-safe-jayneen-sanders/ Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please read my class description thoroughly to understand how I approach this topic and the things discussed.
I take great care in making the topic fun and not scary. Empowering my learners to understand that we prepare for safety in a variety of areas in life "just in case".
There will be no discussion of inappropriate touching of private parts--rather a guide for parents to discuss these things as they see fit in their own way (see the link provided in the class description).
In this series, I discuss touching in a basic way (kiss, hug, sitting too close, touching leg, sitting on someone's lap, and tickling). I highly encourage trusted adults to follow up this class with a conversation about the possibility of tricky people being people they know. This series opens the door for you to have a chat with your learner(s) about appropriate physical touch.
Supply List
I will provide you with an awesome printable booklet to review with your learner after class.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
National Center For Exploited and Missing Children
https://www.missingkids.org/education/kidsmartz
The American Academy of Pediatrics
Safely Ever After
https://safelyeverafter.com/prevention/
RAINN
https://www.rainn.org/articles/talking-your-kids-about-sexual-assault
Guidelines for talking with your kids about their bodies:
https://www.heysigmund.com/body-safety-empowering-kids-stay-safe-safe-jayneen-sanders/
https://www.consentparenting.com/
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Ferris State University
I have taught over 1300 learners in a live lesson format on this topic and have over 290 reviews
I have a degree in elementary education and have been working with kids through teaching, coaching, and childcare for over 15 years. I have extensive experience and expertise working with ESL learners. Also, I am raising four children of my own ( ages infant, 3, 7 & 11). I am often inspired to create classes that cover subjects I find important in my own parenting journey. I am a lifelong learner and an avid reader. To support my curriculum development I dedicate significant time to reading, listening, and learning about the most current research on child development, teaching, safety, and parenting.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
3-7 learners per class