Jayneen Sanders

Using rhythm and rhyme and stunning illustrations, Let Me Wonder explores the importance of play, connection, and being fully present with the people around us and our environment. It seeks to encourage curiosity, wonder, and mindfulness in our everyday lives, and to remind us that sharing precious time with our children is what truly matters.

Using rhythm and rhyme and stunning illustrations, this book explores the importance of play, connection and being fully present with the people around us and our environment. It seeks to encourage curiosity, wonder and mindfulness in our everyday lives, and to remind us that sharing precious time with our children is what truly matters. Let Me Wonder is an invitation...

Nurturing curiosity early in a child's life leads to young people and adults who are problem solvers, open-minded, creative, empathic, resilient, and continually questioning the world around them. In So Many Ways to Be Curious, children are encouraged to ask questions, explore, observe, and use their imagination to create; they will also learn to listen to differing points of view...

Nurturing curiosity early in a child’s life leads to young people and adults who are problem solvers, open-minded, creative, empathic, resilient, and continually questioning the world around them. In So Many Ways to Be Curious, children are encouraged to ask questions, explore, observe, and use their imagination to create; they will also learn to listen to differing points of view...

Meet the amazing Princess Petal! She is absolutely not what you would expect a 'perfect' princess to be. In fact, Princess Petal is quite the opposite. Her princess dresses are torn and scruffy, she wears an old woolly hat instead of a golden crown, and she is very (very) loud. So when Princess Petal meets a fire-breathing dragon while hiking...

Meet the amazing Princess Petal! Who is absolutely NOT what you would expect a 'perfect' princess to be. In fact, Princess Petal is quite the opposite. Her princess dresses are torn and scruffy, she wears an old woolly hat instead of a golden crown, and she is very (very) loud. So when Princess Petal meets a fire-breathing dragon while hiking...

Explore the ABCs of Body Safety and Consent! Educate children with essential and empowering skills in body safety and consent. The 26 'key' letters and accompanying text will support children as they learn and consolidate age-appropriate, crucial, life-changing body safety and consent skills. Designed as a 'dip-in-dip-out' book, the text, the child-centred questions, and the stunning illustrations will reinforce key...

Around the World celebrates racial equality, diversity, acceptance, and inclusion. In all the ‘big’ ways (love, kindness, empathy) humans are the same. Our ‘little’ differences make us unique, but our ‘sameness’ makes us part of the human race. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little...

Awe is a little word for a BIG feeling. Awe increases our joy and sense of wonder. It encourages gratefulness and helps us to understand that the world is so much bigger than ourselves. This beautifully illustrated book celebrates the beauty surrounding us — we just need to take the time to notice.

Over 40 powerful and interactive ideas on how kids and the people who love them can contribute to positive change. Using child-friendly text and beautiful illustrations, the focus is on three key areas: empathy and kindness, racial and gender equality, and caring for the environment. Research shows that 'doing good is good for you'. The participant benefits mentally and physically....

Over 40 powerful and interactive ideas on how kids and the people who love them can contribute to positive change. Using child-friendly text and beautiful illustrations, the focus is on three key areas: empathy and kindness, racial and gender equality, and caring for the environment. Research shows that 'doing good is good for you'. The participant benefits mentally and physically....

Body Safety Red Flags by Jayneen Sanders is an essential guide for children and the adults who care for them. Through the story of Darby, the book navigates the subtle 'red flags' that may indicate a child and their family are being groomed. Although it tackles a 'tricky' topic, the ability to identify grooming red flags is crucial for children...

Body Safety Red Flags by Jayneen Sanders takes children, and the adults who care for them, through the subtle ‘red flags’ that may indicate a child and their family are being groomed. Although a ‘tricky’ topic, being able to identify grooming red flags is crucial for children and adults to stop abuse before it starts. This book is age-appropriate and...

Everyone is Equal is a simple introduction to gender equality, diversity, acceptance, and inclusion. Children need to understand that everyone has the right to be who they want to be — regardless of their gender, race, appearance, or ability. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the...

Welcome to Theodore’s world where Everyone’s Invited! In Theodore's community, everyone is included. It doesn't matter who you are, what you can or can't do, where you come from, or what you look like—in Theodore's community, everyone's invited! Using playful rhythm and rhyme, and a host of colourful and unique characters from many varied cultures, this beautifully illustrated and engaging...

Welcome to Theodore’s world where Everyone's Invited! In Theodore's community, everyone is included. It doesn't matter who you are, what you can or can't do, where you come from or what you look like; in Theodore's community, everyone's invited! Using playful rhythm and rhyme, and a host of colourful and unique characters from many and varied cultures, this beautifully illustrated...

Families celebrates diversity in families. And there are so many kinds of families to celebrate! Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little BIG Chats series. The Little BIG Chats series of 12 books has been written to assist parents, caregivers, and educators in having open...

Feelings will help children explore their feelings and emotions. It will provide them with the skills and vocabulary to express themselves. Such skills are crucial to their social and emotional development. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little BIG Chats series. The Little BIG Chats...

Follow Becky on her confidence-building journey as she explores exciting new activities to uncover her amazing superpowers! For children struggling with self-belief, finding the confidence to try new things can be difficult. Hey There! What's Your Superpower? aims to empower kids to believe in themselves, fostering a solid foundation of self-confidence and resilience. This book encourages children to embrace challenges...

Follow Becky on her confidence-building journey as she explores exciting new activities to uncover her amazing superpowers! For children struggling with self-belief, finding the confidence to try new things can be difficult. Hey There! What's Your Superpower? aims to empower kids to believe in themselves, fostering a solid foundation of self-confidence and resilience. This book encourages children to embrace challenges...

Johnathon’s home is not a happy one. But, as he soon learns, there is always hope that things might change. Hope was written to provide children in family violence homes with a sense of hope and to lessen the traumatic effects of their living situations. It aims to help children voice their concerns and their fears, and to express these...

Johnathon’s home is not a happy one. But, as he soon learns, there is always hope that things might change. Hope was written to provide children in family violence homes with a sense of hope and to lessen the traumatic effects of their living situations. It aims to help children voice their concerns and fears, and to express these with...

How Big Are Your Worries Little Bear? tells the story of Little Bear, who is a worrier. He worries about everything! But with Mama Bear's help, he soon learns his worries are not so big after all. Little Bear worries about many things, like learning his ABCs, kicking goals at soccer, and scary things in the night. He also worries...

How Big Are Your Worries Little Bear? tells the story of Little Bear, a worrier who is concerned about everything! But with Mama Bear's help, he soon learns his worries are not so big after all. Little Bear worries about many things, like learning his ABCs, kicking goals at soccer, and scary things in the night. He also worries about...

I Always Try will help young children understand and develop the skills of resilience and persistence. Developing a growth mindset from a young age will assist children to cope with the ups and downs of life which will inevitably occur! Discussion questions for parents, caregivers and educators included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the...

I'm Calm follows Theodore, who is calm even when everyone else in his family isn't! In times of stress, Theodore demonstrates to his family the techniques he has learned to maintain his calm. This engaging and beautifully illustrated story teaches children that they can still find a place of calm and peace in stressful situations through mindfulness techniques. These include...

I'm Calm by Jayneen Sanders introduces us to Theodore, a young boy who knows how to stay calm even when everyone else in his family isn't. Through his story, children will learn valuable mindfulness techniques to help them find peace in stressful situations. This engaging and beautifully illustrated book teaches young readers that they can create their own oasis of...

Meet six wonderful kids. They love playing games, reading books, making stuff, and being silly. And like kids everywhere, they want to feel safe, loved, and included. The reader is introduced to six amazing kids: Sam, Rishi, Jay, Audrey, Ty, and Zara – each with unique abilities. Included sets out to explore diversity and inclusion, and to ensure all kids...

Meet six wonderful kids. They love playing games, reading books, making stuff, and being silly. And like kids everywhere, they want to feel safe, loved, and included. The reader is introduced to six amazing kids: Sam, Rishi, Jay, Audrey, Ty and Zara – each with unique abilities. Included sets out to explore diversity and inclusion, and to ensure all kids...

Love Little One is a gift of love. Written by award-winning children’s author Jayneen Sanders, each delightful and heartfelt verse gifts the child with encouraging and inspirational life messages. Beautifully illustrated and thoughtfully crafted, this adorable book is ideal as a welcoming gift for a baby or to celebrate a toddler’s birthday. Love Little One guides children to be brave,...

Mindfulness is a simple introduction to mindfulness. During challenging times, children can feel quite anxious. Learning mindfulness techniques from a young age will help them build resilience and reduce anxiety and stress as they grow into adulthood. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little BIG...

Empower children with disability with crucial knowledge of body safety and consent. This book teaches children with disability about body safety and consent and provides them with essential skills to recognise unsafe situations. Using age-appropriate language and illustrations, it addresses the needs and challenges often faced by children with disability, helping them understand their rights regarding their bodies and personal...

Empower children with disability with crucial knowledge of body safety and consent. This book teaches children with disability about body safety and consent and provides them with essential skills to recognise unsafe situations. Using age-appropriate language and illustrations, it addresses the needs and challenges often faced by children with disability, helping them understand their rights regarding their bodies and personal...

This 16-page Activity Book has been designed as a companion to the children's picture book My Body! What I Say Goes! The interactive activities in this book reinforce and consolidate the crucial body safety and consent skills taught in the My Body! What I Say Goes! picture book. It is available for purchase with the picture book in the My...

This 16-page Activity Book has been designed as a companion to the children's picture book My Body! What I Say Goes! Kiah's Edition. The activities reinforce the crucial body safety messages taught in the picture book. It is also available for purchase with the picture book in the My Body! What I Say Goes! Kiah's Edition Activity Book Bundle.

My Body! What I Say Goes! Kiah's Edition is the Indigenous version of the best-selling title My Body! What I Say Goes! A book designed to help children protect their bodies from inappropriate touch through age-appropriate body safety and consent skills. Illustrated by award-winning Indigenous artist Jasmine Seymour and piloted with First Nations students, children will be empowered to say...

Kiah's Edition is the Indigenous version of the best-selling title My Body! What I Say Goes! It is a book designed to help children protect their bodies from inappropriate touch through age-appropriate body safety and consent skills. Illustrated by award-winning Indigenous artist Jasmine Seymour and piloted with First Nations students, children will be empowered to say in a strong and...

My Early Warning Signs explores children’s Early Warning Signs. Adults and children alike all experience these signs when they feel unsafe, worried, scared and/or excited. Helping children to understand our body’s natural reaction to feeling unsafe and alerting them to know exactly what to do is empowering. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2...

My Safety Network introduces your child to the concept of a Safety Network. These are 3 to 5 trusted adults in your child's life whom they could confidently turn to if they feel worried or unsafe. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little BIG Chats...

No Difference Between Us by Jayneen Sanders features Jess and Ben, twins who show that in all the BIG ways, there is no difference between them, despite Jess being a girl and Ben being a boy. Combining cheerful illustrations and a familiar narrative, this book helps children understand that, fundamentally, people are more the same than they are different. As...

No Difference Between Us by Jayneen Sanders features Jess and Ben, twins who embody the message that in all the big ways, there is no difference between them. Jess is a girl and Ben is a boy, but this story highlights the fundamental truth that people are more alike than different. Through cheerful illustrations and a narrative that children can...

Follow the adventures of Captain Pearl Fairweather – a brave, fair, and strong pirate captain! Captain Pearl and her diverse crew of twenty-four women sail the seven seas on the good ship, Harmony, looking only for adventure. All is well until the day Captain Sandy McCross sails into their lives and demands to take over Pearl's ship! This beautifully illustrated...

It’s not always easy to talk about our feelings, but kids (and adults) benefit greatly from sharing their emotions. This engaging book provides the understanding and tools to have caring conversations with kids about their feelings and emotions. Talking About Feelings uses colours, images, and an expansive vocabulary of feeling words to encourage children to manage and express their ever-changing...

It’s not always easy to talk about our feelings, but kids (and adults) benefit greatly from sharing their emotions. This engaging book provides the understanding and tools to have caring conversations with kids about their feelings and emotions. Talking About Feelings uses colours, images and an expansive vocabulary of feeling words to encourage children to manage and express their ever-changing...

Meet Emmi! She is resilient, independent, and courageous. She always tries her best, and even when the going gets tough, Emmi never gives in. This charming story uses beautifully-crafted verse and stunning illustrations to model resilience, persistence, and the ability to face challenges with tenacity. Children who are resilient are brave, curious, confident, and problem solvers. Nurturing these traits in...

Meet Emmi! She is resilient, independent, and courageous. She always tries her best, and even when the going gets tough, Emmi never gives in. This charming story uses beautifully-crafted verse and stunning illustrations to model resilience, persistence, and the ability to face challenges with tenacity. Children who are resilient are brave, curious, confident and problem-solvers. Nurturing these traits in our...

Empathy is a simple introduction to the concept of empathy. Showing empathy to another person is a learned trait, and one we can nurture in our children from a young age through modelling, stories like this, and ongoing discussions. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the...

Awe is a little word for a BIG feeling. Awe increases our joy and sense of wonder. It encourages gratefulness and helps us to understand that the world is so much bigger than ourselves. This beautifully illustrated book celebrates the beauty surrounding us — we just need to take the time to notice.

Everyone has a body boundary, and everyone’s body boundary needs to be respected. This engaging and beautifully illustrated book will spark empowering conversations around body boundaries, consent and respect. Written in a child-friendly and easily understood manner, the text offers familiar scenarios for children to engage with and discuss. We know that teaching young children about body boundaries, both theirs...

Empower children with crucial skills in body safety and consent to help protect them from inappropriate touch. With engaging illustrations and age-appropriate text, My Body! What I Say Goes! will equip children with the knowledge and confidence to speak up if they feel unsafe. Written by the award-winning author of Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent & Respect, and Some...

Meet an empowered little girl who knows all about body boundaries, consent, and respect, and her right to say No! when it comes to her personal space. No Means No! endeavours to teach young children that they have a body boundary, and people, young and old, need to respect this boundary and ask for consent before entering it. Using engaging...

Frankie loves what Frankie loves! The choice is always Frankie's.  Allowing your child to do the things they love and simply be themselves is one of the greatest gifts you can provide. In this engaging and beautifully illustrated story, we learn Frankie loves dress-ups, playing soccer, visiting Grandpa, cooking pancakes, and so much more. Through Frankie's active and fun encounters,...

Private Parts are Private reinforces the correct anatomical names children and adults should use for the private parts and teaches children what they should do if they are touched inappropriately. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little BIG Chats series. The Little BIG Chats series...

Frankie loves what Frankie loves! The choice is always Frankie's.  Allowing your child to do the things they love and simply be themselves is one of the greatest gifts you can provide. In this engaging and beautifully illustrated story, we learn Frankie loves dress-ups, playing soccer, visiting Grandpa, cooking pancakes, and so much more. Through Frankie's active and fun encounters,...

Meet Quinn! A little person with a big heart full of empathy, kindness and compassion. One of the most important social skills a child can learn is empathy. This charming story uses carefully crafted verse, beautiful illustrations and a little person called Quinn to model the meaning of empathy. Empathy is a learnt trait and one to nurture in all...

Meet Quinn! A little person with a big heart full of empathy, kindness and compassion. One of the most important social skills a child can learn is empathy. This charming story uses carefully crafted verse, beautiful illustrations and a little person called Quinn to model the meaning of empathy. Empathy is a learnt trait and one to nurture in all...

Follow the adventures of Captain Pearl Fairweather – a brave, fair, and strong pirate captain! Captain Pearl and her diverse crew of twenty-four women sail the seven seas on the good ship, Harmony, looking only for adventure. All is well until the day Captain Sandy McCross sails into their lives and demands to take over Pearl's ship! This beautifully illustrated...

Explore the ABCs of Body Safety and Consent! Educate children with essential and empowering skills in body safety and consent. The 26 'key' letters and accompanying text will support children as they learn and consolidate age-appropriate, crucial, life-changing body safety and consent skills. Designed as a 'dip-in-dip-out' book, the text, the child-centred questions, and the stunning illustrations will reinforce key...

Everyone has a body boundary, and everyone’s body boundary needs to be respected. This engaging and beautifully illustrated book will spark empowering conversations around body boundaries, consent, and respect. Written in a child-friendly and easily understood manner, the text offers familiar scenarios for children to engage with and discuss. We know that teaching young children about body boundaries, both theirs...

Empower children with crucial skills in body safety and consent to help protect them from inappropriate touch. With engaging illustrations and age-appropriate text, My Body! What I Say Goes! will equip children with the knowledge and confidence to speak up if they feel unsafe. Written by the award-winning author of Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent & Respect, and Some...

A comprehensive step-by-step guide for parents, caregivers and educators on how to protect children from sexual abuse through body safety education. It’s an adult’s responsibility to protect children from abuse, and that means educating themselves and the children in their care with the empowering skills and knowledge of body safety. This essential guide contains simple, practical and age-appropriate skills that...

Consent by Jayneen Sanders is a simple introduction to consent and a child’s right to their own personal space. Teaching children about body boundaries is crucial to a child's growing sense of self, their confidence, and how they should expect to be treated by others. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. It is suitable for ages 2...

Meet 12 wonderful kids as they explore 12 'tricky topics' in the Little Big Chats series. The Little Big Chats series of 12 books has been written to assist parents, caregivers and educators in having open and age-appropriate conversations with early learners around crucial and, at times, 'tough' topics. And what better way than using children's picture books! Some pages...

Secrets and Surprises by Jayneen Sanders introduces children to the difference between secrets and surprises. This distinction helps them understand that they should only keep happy surprises because they will always be told in the end. This concept is a crucial part of their ‘toolkit’ to help keep them safe. The book includes discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators...

Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept is a beautifully illustrated picture book that sensitively broaches the subject of keeping our children safe from inappropriate touch. We teach water safety and road safety, but how do we teach 'body safety' to young children in a way that is neither frightening nor confronting? This book is an invaluable tool for parents, caregivers,...

Boss of My Body is part of the Little Chats Big Voices series. In this book, children explore and reflect on positive affirmations focused on body ownership and empowerment. Its goal is to help young children feel confident in expressing what is okay and what is not, especially in relation to their own bodies. Each affirmation is paired with a...

I Am Brave is part of the Little Chats Big Voices series. In this book, children are encouraged to explore and unpack positive affirmations that build self-belief, resilience, and confidence. Each affirmation is paired with a thoughtful discussion question designed to help children express their ideas, experiences, and feelings. These meaningful conversations with a safe adult nurture emotional awareness, language...

I Am Kind is part of the Little Chats Big Voices series. In this book, children are encouraged to explore and unpack positive affirmations about being kind, caring, and thoughtful. Each affirmation is paired with a discussion question to help children express their personal experiences and reflections on kindness. These meaningful conversations with a safe adult build language and vocabulary...

I Can Try is part of the Little Chats Big Voices series. In this book, children are encouraged to explore positive affirmations focused on resilience and persistence. Its goal is to help young children develop a growth mindset that values effort and determination. Each affirmation is paired with a discussion question that guides children to share their personal experiences, feelings,...

The Little Chats Big Voices series is filled with empowering affirmations to help little ones feel confident, valued, and proud of who they are. Children are encouraged to repeat each affirmation and explore the accompanying questions with a safe adult. These meaningful conversations help build language skills and support children in expressing their thoughts and feelings. The books are designed...

Written by award-winning author Jayneen Sanders, Respect Me! Respect My Boundaries! goes beyond body boundaries to explore the many boundaries children need to feel safe and respected — including those around behaviours, feelings and emotions, time, and private information.

Written by award-winning author Jayneen Sanders, Respect Me! Respect My Boundaries! goes beyond body boundaries to explore the many boundaries children need to feel safe and respected — including those around behaviours, feelings and emotions, time, and private information.

So Many Words for Me to Be invites children to explore and unpack over 70 words to describe themselves in positive and empowering ways. This broad vocabulary access helps children express their feelings while building self-esteem and self-confidence. Through this process, children develop not only self-assurance and resilience but also essential literacy skills, including vocabulary building, storytelling, and early writing....

So Many Words for Me to Be guides children in exploring and unpacking over 70 words that describe them in positive and empowering ways. Access to this broad vocabulary helps children express their feelings while building self-esteem and self-confidence. Through this process, they develop self-assurance, resilience, and essential literacy skills, including vocabulary building, storytelling, and early writing. This book is...

A comprehensive step-by-step guide for parents, caregivers and educators on how to protect children from sexual abuse through body safety education. It’s an adult’s responsibility to protect children from abuse, and that means educating themselves and the children in their care with the empowering skills and knowledge of body safety. This essential guide contains simple, practical and age-appropriate skills that...

This heart-warming story follows two young children, Kip and Mira, who both long for friendship and connection. One is quiet and often turns inward, while the other feels lonely and isolated. Through gorgeous illustrations and beautifully written text by award-winning author Jayneen Sanders, the children gently reach out to one another, and a special friendship begins to grow. The story...

This heart-warming story follows two young children, Kip and Mira, who both long for friendship and connection. One is quiet and often turns inward, while the other feels lonely and isolated. Through gorgeous illustrations and beautifully written text by award-winning author Jayneen Sanders, the children gently reach out to one another, and a special friendship begins to grow. The story...

Meet brave little Sir Alfred. A courageous young boy who comes to understand that some secrets should never ever be kept. Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept is a beautifully illustrated picture book that sensitively broaches the subject of safe and unsafe touch. Written as a fable, this story seeks to teach children, in an age-appropriate way, what to do...

Private Parts are Private reinforces the correct anatomical names children and adults should use for private parts and teaches children what they should do if they are touched inappropriately. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little BIG Chats series. The Little BIG Chats series has...

Meet an empowered little girl who knows all about body boundaries, consent, and respect, and her right to say No! when it comes to her personal space. No Means No! endeavours to teach young children that they have a body boundary and people, young and old, need to respect this boundary and ask for consent before entering it. Using engaging...