I Like Tickles: a book about bodily autonomy and respect

Introducing young children to bodily autonomy can be tricky, especially when what’s fun with one person doesn’t work with another. I Like Tickles shows a young child looking for animals’ signals, listening to people’s words, and knowing that even if they like a hug sometimes, they don’t have to offer it every time; a variety of situations allows caregivers the chance to talk about the preferences of the children, pets, and adults in their children's worlds. Respect and listening are emphasized.