sexual consent

"The #MeToo movement sparked a much-needed discussion about sexual violence and the importance of consent. This insightful resource teaches readers exactly what consent means and how they can set clear boundaries, not only in their love lives, but in everyday life. The narrative emphasizes crucial points for readers, such as listening to their own body and mind, establishing what is comfortable for them, and recognizing that their voice should be heard and understood. 'No' always means 'no,' and 'yes' is something a person gives of their own free will; it is not taken"--Provided by the publisher.

"Learn more about consent and what it means for you by following a group of teenage friends chatting on their way home from school. Confronted by the myths and taboos surrounding sex and consent, they talk about their own experiences and debate what's okay and what's not, as they explore what consent really means."--Back cover.

Communities and schools across the United States have recently been shocked by reports of the frequency of rape and sexual assault. Sexual consent has become an increasingly important issue. This title examines this difficult issue and reveals campus and community efforts to educate students about sexual consent, shortcomings in addressing rape accusations, and current laws pertaining to consent. Call-outs share special tips, like what to ask a specialist and how to recognize common myths and facts. Most importantly, readers will learn how to set their own and respect each others boundaries and what to do if those boundaries are ignored.

Isabelle Goodrow, horrified and enraged when she discovers her teenage daughter Amy is involved with a math teacher at the high school, comes to realize that her outrage is mostly the result of the secret she has been keeping for most of Amy's life.