Body safety for kids: the PANTS rule and more
Quick answer
A short, carefully chosen list from child-protection organisations: the NSPCC's Pantosaurus PANTS song, Committee for Children's Three Ways to Stay Safe song and Kidpower's Puppet Power stories about boundaries and getting help. Use Repeat one for the song your child is learning. The last three videos are for grown-ups only.
Videos in this playlist
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Talk PANTS with Pantosaurus and his PANTS song #TalkPANTSNSPCCPlay from here Loop - 2
Talk PANTS with Makaton: All 5 RulesNSPCCPlay from here Loop - 3
Three Ways to Stay Safe Song (K–3)Committee for ChildrenPlay from here Loop - 4
Puppet Power Setting Boundaries with Friends StoryKidpower International VideosPlay from here Loop - 5
Puppet Power Interrupting to Get Help StoryKidpower International VideosPlay from here Loop - 6
Why Touching Safety?Committee for ChildrenPlay from here Loop - 7
How to Talk with Kids About Sexual Abuse (Full Version)Committee for ChildrenPlay from here Loop - 8
Kidpower Strategy 3: Listen to Your Children and Teach Them Not to Keep Unsafe SecretsKidpower International VideosPlay from here Loop
What do these body safety videos teach?
They teach that your body belongs to you, that some parts are private, that it is OK to say no, and that you should tell a safe adult if something worries you. They also make clear it is never a child's fault to tell.
Which videos are for grown-ups?
The last three videos, from Committee for Children and Kidpower, are for parents and carers only. Watch them on your own first. They explain how to talk about body safety calmly and why children should not keep unsafe secrets.
Frequently asked questions
Why is this list so short?
Body safety needs care, so we only included videos from established child-protection organisations. We would rather show a few good videos than add ones we are less sure about. Start with the PANTS song and talk together afterwards.
Where can I get help if I am worried about a child?
Contact your local child protection services, your child's doctor or school, or a children's charity helpline in your country, such as the NSPCC helpline in the UK. If a child is in danger right now, call your local emergency number.