Erin's Law
Who helped Erin?
High school teacher
DAILY DOUBLE
What do coping skills do?
Help us calm down
What is a boundary?
Space between you and another person or where something stops
What are the three types of touches?
Safe, unsafe, and unwanted
What is a good secret? Give an example
Surprise birthday party
Presents
DAILY DOUBLE
When did this happen to Erin?
Elementary, Middle, High School
What is a good coping skill?
Drink water, nap, 5 finger breathing, journaling, playing outside
DAILY DOUBLE
How can we respect someone's boundaries?
Listen to them!
What does your swimsuit cover up?
Private parts
What is a bad secret? Give an example
Anything that hurts your or someone else
Anything that makes you feel uncomfortable or scared
What is Erin's full name?
Erin Merryn
What is a bad coping skill?
Physical violence, breaking things, yelling at someone
Who sets your boundaries?
YOU!!!
What is a safe touch?
What is an unsafe touch?
Hug, high five, fist bump
Hitting, Pinches, Wedgies
DAILY DOUBLE
Who is a trusted adult? Give an example
Mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, aunts, uncles
DAILY DOUBLE
What is Erin's Law keeping us safe from?
Inappropriate touches, child sexual abuse
Will everyone have the same coping skills that work for them?
No, everyone is different!
A friend wants to give you a hug, but you aren't feeling up for a hug. What would you say to this friend?
No thank you.
I don't want a hug right now.
Please don't touch me, I need more space.
DAILY DOUBLE
Should a parent or family member touch your private parts?
No
Who is a Mandated Reporter? Give an example
Police, Firemen, Paramedics, Teachers, Doctors, Nurses
What was the coping skill Erin used?
Journaling
DAILY DOUBLE
3 Rules for coping skills
Don't hurt others
Don't hurt yourself
Don't break things
DAILY DOUBLE
What can you USE to tell others your boundaries?
Your voice and body language
Who is allowed to touch/see private parts?
Doctors/nurse - to make sure you are healthy and not hurt
If you have been asked to keep a bad secret how many times should we tell a trusted adult?
Until they listen and help!