Bait. Alex Sanchez, $9.99 (novel, 12 and up)

When a guy in his class looks at him funny, Diego punches him in the face, and ends up on probation. At first he wants nothing to do with his probation officer. But as Diego starts to open up, he begins to realize that Mr. Vidas is the first person in his life who ever really wanted to listen to him. With Vidas's help, Diego begins to make real progress in controlling his anger. But only if Diego can find the courage to trust Vidas with the darkest secrets from his past will he be able to heal completely.

With simple words and illustrations, this book teaches children ages 4 to 8 how to avoid potential dangers, ask for help, follow directions and plan ahead.

Because it’s My Body! Joanne Sherman, $21.50 (ages 4-8)

A book to help parents teach their kids when and how to say “No” to unwanted touch, tickles, games and affection.

Bobby and Mandee's Good Touch Bad Touch. Robert Kahn, illustrated by Chris Hardie, $7.95

Simple and direct, this book helps young children and children with developmental delays, to understand what to do when someone touches them inappropriately.

I Can Play It Safe. Alison Feigh, illustrated by Laura Logan, $16.50

This full-color picture book teaches kids seven important rules to personal safety in a non-threatening way. It covers topics like safe versus harmful secrets, safe versus harmful touches, and the importance of having a community of trusted adults to turn to for help. Emphasizing the “check-in” rule and teaching kids to trust their gut instincts, this book gives children the knowledge and confidence they need to make smart choices about their personal safety every day.

Invisible Girls: the Truth About Sexual Abuse. Patti Feuereisen, $21.50

A book for teen girls, young women and everyone who cares about them.

My Body Belongs to Me. Jill Starshevsky, $16.95 (ages 3-10)

My Body Belongs to Me helps children learn that when it comes to their bodies, there are boundaries. It assures them that it is okay to tell if someone touches their “private parts.” Rhyming text and colourful illustrations help parents, caregivers and educators initiate this important dialogue with children.

Regina’s teacher simply won’t allow any disrespectful behaviour in her classroom. As the school year passes, Regina comes to trust this teacher who treats everyone with respect and compassion. So Regina takes a deep breath … and tells Mrs. Salvador her secret.

On Those Runaway Days. Alison Feigh, illustrated by Laura Logan, $16.50

When children feel overwhelmed, angry, or unsafe at home or in school, they may see running away as a solution to their worries instead of what it really is—a dangerous way to avoid working out a problem. Written by an expert in child safety, this book provides kids with an important set of coping strategies to use on those “runaway days.” Strategies include deep breathing, listening to gut instincts, seeking out and talking to trusted adults, and remembering they are loved—all of which will help them handle high-stress situations throughout life.

Reena's Bollywood Dream. Jewel Kats, illustrated by Richa Kinra, $17.95

Eight-year-old Reena and her Uncle Jessi are pen pals. But when her uncle moves in with her family, things change. Who should Reena tell about Uncle Jessi's inappropriate behavior?

SCARS. Cheryl Rainfield, $19.50

Fifteen-year-old Kendra, a budding artist, has not felt safe since she began recalling devastating memories of childhood sexual abuse — especially since she cannot remember the abuser’s identity.  She copes with her fears and pain by cutting herself, until her therapist, a concerned teacher and a loving friend join together to help her.

From the Foreword: “This powerful book is filled with the distinct, diverse voices of people who experienced rape, molestation, and incest when they were young. With remarkable honesty they tell how they stopped feeling victimized and reclaimed their lives — the choices they made, the people they turned to, the inner strength they discovered.”

— Laura Davis, author of The Courage to Heal

They promised Meredith nine years of safety, but only gave her three. Her father was supposed to be locked up until Meredith turned eighteen. She thought she had time to grow up, get out, and start a new life. But Meredith is only fifteen, and today her father is coming home from prison. Today her time has run out.

This Side of the Sky. Marie-Francine Hébert, $9.95 (ages 14 and up)

Mona and her kid sister, Bird, hide in the woods each day because it's far better than being home. Bird may be eight, but her mind's only five, and Mona has to baby-sit her most of the time. They don't have many friends, but Mona and Bird have always had each other and the hideout of the hidden lake to run to when they needed to escape from mothers and fathers and teachers and bullies and the friends they want and the friends who need their help. But then Mona and Bird witness something terrible in the woods, and suddenly life changes forever.

Written from Mona's perspective, this translation of a Governor General's Literary Award-nominee and winner of the PRIX DU LIVRE M. CHRISTIE explores themes of racism, sexual abuse, low self-esteem and the pain all these inflict on those who deserve it least.

Due to more mature content, this book is recommended for children 14 and up.

Some Parts are NOT for Sharing. Julie Frederico, $6.99 (ages 1 and up)

Simple and straightforward, this tale of two fish helps very young children learn about safe and appropriate touching.