Lesson Series

Is It OK to Hug People?

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In the story we look at consent. We also look at how our actions can affect others in ways we might not have intended.
Topics Covered
Learning Outcomes
This story will cover the following topics:
  • Basic elements of consent and permission.
  • Safe and unsafe touch.
  • Importance of seeking permission and consent
  • Understanding that it is ok to speak out and say no if you don't want to do something, like being hugged or touched.
  • Managing relationships, being respectful and responsible.
  • Promoting that children should always tell and adult that they know they can trust, if they are worried or scared.
The outcomes of this story are:
  • I can tell you what consent and permission mean and give some examples of this.
  • I know it’s ok to say no if I don’t want
    to do something.
  • I understand about personal boundaries
    and the fact that some people may not want
    to be touched.
  • I understand about respecting a person’s private space.
  • I understand a person has a right to choose what happens to them. 

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