FROM YOUR HEAD TO YOUR TOES, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN!
Written by Lizzie DeYoung Charbonneau
Illustrated by Misha Iver
Your Whole Body is an inclusive children’s book that helps kids learn about every part of their body, from head to toes, with honesty, joy, and respect.
Winner of the 2022 AASECT Award, it’s recommended by educators, doctors, and parents across the world.
A Diverse and Inclusive Book
for Your Body Safety Library
Diverse
Includes children of many different appearances.
There are lots of colors and textures of hair.
Some people have light hair. Some people have dark hair. Some people have straight hair. Some people have curly hair. Some people have no hair.
Disability Inclusive
Describes abilities and disabilities associated with various body part.
Some people have difficulty hearing and may use hearing aids or cochlear implants to help.
Some people are Deaf and cannot hear. They may use sign language to talk to other people.
Gender Inclusive
Uses gender inclusive language to describe all body parts.
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Some people grow breasts when they get older.
Breasts and nipples can be used to feed babies.
Describes the entire body
Describes the genitals along with the rest of the body.
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Knowing the proper names for all parts of the body is an essential body safety skill for young children.
About the Author & Illustrator
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Author
Lizzie DeYoung Charbonneau
Lizzie DeYoung Charbonneau is a children’s book author, software developer, and mother. Lizzie grew up in Anchorage, Alaska, and currently resides in Massachusetts.
Lizzie believes it is important for young children to know the names of all of their body parts. To help teach her son about his body, Lizzie looked for a picture book that discussed genitals the same way as other body parts. She wasn’t able to find one, so she decided to write it, consulting with parents, child safety experts, pediatricians, gender specialists, and educators. The result is Your Whole Body, an inclusive book for children about the entire body.
Illustrator
Misha Iver
Misha Iver is an author/illustrator living in Burlington, VT, where she brings stories to life with warmth and wonder.
A solo traveler and barefoot runner, she often finds inspiration while wandering new landscapes with her sketchbook. Deeply moved by the quiet brilliance of children and the honesty in how they see the world, Misha creates books that celebrate curiosity, joy, and imagination. She’s always exploring new forms of art, guided by a love of nature and a restless creative spirit.
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Your Whole Body is a must-have for your family's bookshelf
because:
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"Your Whole Body" is an inclusive educational guide teaching children about their entire body, including private parts, in a natural and comfortable way.
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​​It helps parents who aren't sure how to start the conversation, or don't know if they're doing it right.
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It teaches the purpose of body parts in an inclusive way that helps all kids see themselves in the pages.
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It encourages a view of genitals as just another body part your child can discuss openly with you.
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​​It helps give your child the confidence to talk about potentially uncomfortable or inappropriate situations they may encounter in the future.​​
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It includes interesting facts that some adults may not even know!​​
