Most kids answer “fine” when asked about their day. This gentle conversation starter gives parents a simple way to check in, helping children name both the bright moments and the uncomfortable ones before the words really matter.
Join us for the first four pages of Secrets That Sparkle! In this video, children learn that some secrets are like gifts in a box—sweet, exciting, and full of giggles. From surprise birthday cards to bubbles that bounce, we explore the happy "sparkle" secrets that are meant to be shared with joy.
Not every secret feels like a celebration. In Part 2 (pages 5-11), we discuss the secrets that feel heavy, like "stones in a pile" or a "sock in your shoe." This video helps children identify those uncomfortable feelings and empowers them to speak up to a trusted grown-up when a secret doesn't feel happy or fair.
When a secret makes your tummy feel twisty or "yuck," you don't have to carry it alone. In Part 3 (pages 12-16), we learn that telling is brave. This video empowers children to find their safe grown-ups—from teachers to grandparents—who are ready to listen with care. We show little ones that speaking up opens the door to comfort and joy, reminding them that they are never to blame.
Not every secret is safe, especially if someone tries to make you feel small or tells you to "be quiet." In Part 4 (pages 16-20), we tackle the vital topic of boundaries and speaking up. This video teaches children that if words or a touch ever feel wrong or unclear, that is never a secret to bury down deep. We reinforce the message that no matter who asks them to keep it—even someone they hold dear—they must tell a safe grown-up because their voice will always be heard.
You never have to hide, lie, or swallow your feelings. In Part 5 (pages 21-26), we celebrate the power of honesty and finding your brave roaring lion voice. This empowering video reassures children that they are never in trouble for telling the truth, reminding them that their safe grown-ups will always listen and believe them. We also reinforce a crucial rule about body autonomy—that their body is theirs from their toes to their core—and that any secrets that hurt can always be unwound.
Not all secrets are meant to be kept. In the Final Chapter, we explore the difference between a fun, silly surprise and a secret that weighs like a rock. This uplifting conclusion encourages children to share things that scare them or make them feel bad, reinforcing that their safe adults are ready to listen with love. We remind them that telling the truth is the bravest choice they can make, helping their hearts feel secure while teaching them that their voice is their magic.
Sometimes the hardest part of speaking up is thinking you need to have all the answers. In this special message, we remind children that they don't need proof, perfect words, or absolute certainty to ask for help. Simply feeling that "something isn't right" is reason enough to use their voice. This video reinforces a crucial rule for both kids and adults: a child's only job is to tell someone they trust, and it is the grown-up's job to handle the rest. A child never has to prove a thing.
Before a child shares something difficult, they need to know they will be heard, believed, and met with calm. In this special message, Joy Stephenson-Laws reminds grown-ups that trust is built in everyday moments: listening without judgment, creating safety, and showing children they can come to you with anything. When trust comes first, a child is more likely to use their voice when it matters most.
