Your Body Belongs to You
by Cornelia Spelman
1997
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- body autonomy
- consent
- personal safety
- boundaries
- self-advocacy
- trusted adults
- confidence
About this book
This gentle picture book teaches young children that their bodies are their own and that it’s okay to say no to unwanted touch. Using simple, reassuring language and friendly illustrations, it explains private parts and how to seek help from trusted adults. Families and teachers use it to start clear, age-appropriate conversations about personal safety and boundaries. Kids appreciate how it empowers them to speak up with confidence.
Setting: contemporary, everyday home and school settings
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Your Body Belongs to You right for my child?
Yes — Your Body Belongs to You is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.8, which is typical for 1st grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include body autonomy, consent, personal safety.
How long does it take to read Your Body Belongs to You?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Your Body Belongs to You takes around 6m to finish. The book has 450 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Your Body Belongs to You have an AR quiz?
Yes — Your Body Belongs to You has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Your Body Belongs to You?
Your Body Belongs to You has an AR reading level of 1.8, which places it at a 1st grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.