Here's what the experts are saying
A sampling of reviews
“I endorse the ITBOM premises of personal accountability, inclusive diversity, and body autonomy and strongly advocate for individuals to be ‘The Boss Of Their Brain & Body’. With over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families as both an educator and psychologist I am a passionate ‘BRAIN – trainer’ and strive to help everyone understand how their own unique brain works! Be Boss-some!!” ~ Dr. Amy Fortney Parks, Doctorate in Educational Psychology, specialty in developmental neuroscience; owner of The Wise Family, Counseling, Assessment and Parent Coaching; and CEO of The Clinical Supervision Directory
"This book is an excellent resource to strengthen children’s self esteem and to establish personal boundaries." ~ Patricia Cole, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus and Family Therapist
"A wonderfully simple story that conveys a powerful message to children - that they alone are responsible for their bodies and their choices. Explained in a light hearted way that young children can understand, it opens the door to a deeper discussion of what exactly it means to be the boss of your body." ~ Paige Phillips, Arizona Teacher
"Simple appealing message to enjoy with your toddler... Gives children agency over their person in an engaging and relatable way!" ~ Daphne Meredith, Retired Massachusetts Teacher
“This is my favorite book!” ~ George, 4 year old
“Every child and adult should read this book to understand the concept of self control as well as body safety!”
~ Maggie Kennedy
“I wish I had had this book when my kids were littler! The idea of keeping your hands to yourself as ’be a good boss of your hands’ would have been fabulous for long car rides!”
~ Alex Wolf