Boundary Bosses Slides
K-2 School Counseling
Lesson 1
Boundary Bosses:
My Bubble, My Rules!
Learning about safe touch, personal space, and being the boss of your own body.
👋 Meet Your Space Bubble | 🛡️ Stay Safe
Let's Start!
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My Personal Space
What is a
Space Bubble?
- An invisible circle of safety all around you.
- It keeps you comfy and safe from being too crowded.
- You are the BOSS of who gets to come inside your bubble!
Let's Stand Up & Try!
Stand Up and Spread Your Arms Wide!
Spin in a circle. That is your Personal Space Bubble!
Concept: Personal Space Boundaries Press NEXT to see the Green Light →
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Green Light Touches
What is a
Safe Touch?
These are touches that keep us healthy, safe, and make us feel happy and cared for inside!
High Fives
Celebrating with your friends, classmates, and teachers!
Caring Hugs
Hugs from parents or family members that you want and enjoy.
Doctor Help
Doctors checking your body to keep you healthy (with parents there).
A Pat on Back
A friendly "good job" from a coach or a buddy at recess.
Safe Touch brings comfort and smiles! What about when we want to say no? →
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Yellow Light Touches
What is an
Unwanted Touch?
Sometimes, a touch is safe, but we just do not want it right now. That is completely okay!
It is YOUR choice!
You are always allowed to say "no thank you" to:
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Tickling
If it stops being fun
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Hugs
Even from sweet aunts/uncles
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High Fives
If you prefer waving hello
"If you don't feel like hugging, you can offer a High Five or a wave!"
Your feelings are important. Respect others' boundaries, too! What is a Red Light? Let's check. →
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Red Light Touches
What is an
Unsafe Touch?
These are touches that hurt our bodies, make us feel scared, sad, confused, or uncomfortable.
Red Light Rules:
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Hurting Touches
Hitting, kicking, biting, pulling, or pushing. Never okay!
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Private Parts Rule
Parts covered by a bathing suit are private. No one should touch them, look at them, or ask you to touch theirs.
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No Secrets About Touches
If a touch makes you uncomfortable, never keep it a secret. Tell a trusted adult right away.
It is NEVER your fault if an unsafe touch happens. Always tell someone. How to stand strong and protect your bubble →
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Empowerment Mantra
"My Body Belongs to ME!
I am the Boss of It!"
No matter what, your body belongs strictly to you. You always have the final say about your personal space.
Your Voice
You can say NO with a firm, clear voice.
Your Feelings
Trust your tummy feelings! If it feels wrong, speak up.
Your Rules
You get to choose how you greet family and friends.
Practice this mantra together with your hands on your hips! Let's learn how to speak like a boss →
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Boundary Boss Toolkit
How to
Say NO Like a Boss!
When someone crosses your space bubble, you don't have to be mean. Just stand strong and use your words!
💡 Boss Stance:
Stand up tall, look the person in the eye, and put your hands out like a stop sign! ✋
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"Please stop. I don't like that!"
Short, clear, and very direct.
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"This is my space bubble!"
Reminds them to step back a little bit.
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"No thank you. I want a wave instead!"
Offers a safe alternative that makes you feel happy.
Practice with your neighbor using a strong, calm voice! Let's practice some scenarios! →
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Class Discussion
What Should a Boundary Boss Do?
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Scenario A
At recess, a classmate runs up and tickles you. It starts to feel tickly and scary, and you want them to stop.
What do you do/say?
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Scenario B
A family relative wants a big squeeze hug, but you are feeling shy and want to give a high five instead.
What do you do/say?
Think, Pair, Share with your friends! Who are our trusted helpers? Let's find out! →
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Closing
Always Here to Help
Your Trusted Helpers
If someone crosses your boundary, doesn't listen to your "No", or makes you feel unsafe, tell a grown-up right away! Keep telling adults until someone helps.
Who Can You Tell?
🏠 Parents / Guardians
🍎 Teachers
🏫 School Counselor
🩺 Nurses / Doctors
"A trusted helper is a grown-up who listens, believes you, and keeps you safe!"
You are strong, you are safe, and you are a Boundary Boss! 🛡️
Great Job, Class!
Boundary Bosses Teacher Guide
School Counseling Curriculum
Boundary Bosses Teacher Guide
Pacing: 45 Mins
Grade: K - 2
Lesson Focus
This lesson introduces K-2 students to body boundaries, safe vs. unsafe touch, and bodily autonomy. Using the "Personal Space Bubble" and Traffic Light analogy, students learn to express boundaries comfortably and identify trusted helper adults.
Key Objectives
- Define personal space ("Space Bubble").
- Identify Safe, Unwanted, & Unsafe touches.
- Practice saying "No" using a strong voice.
- List 3 trusted helper adults.
Suggested Pacing Guide
5 Mins Warm-up & Hook Bubble Arms Drill
15 Mins Interactive Slides Core Concepts
15 Mins Roleplay Scenarios "Boss Stance" Practice
10 Mins My Bubble Sheet Coloring & Wrap-up
Slide-by-Slide Facilitation Notes (Part 1)
Slides 1 & 2: Introduction & Personal Bubble Warm-Up Activity
Script Focus: "Today, we are going to learn how to be Boundary Bosses! A boundary is like a line that keeps things safe. We all have an invisible circle of personal space around us—our Space Bubble. Stand up! Stretch your arms wide. Spin in a very slow circle. Can you touch anyone? If you can, take a tiny step back. That bubble of space belongs to YOU! You are the Boss of your bubble."
Slide 3: Green Light Touches (Safe Touch) Comfort & Care
Script Focus: "A Green Light touch is safe and happy. It helps our bodies grow strong and makes us feel nice inside. What are some safe touches we like? High-fives when we win a game, a gentle hug from mom or dad before bed, or a doctor checking our heart to make sure we're healthy. These touches are comfortable, and we welcome them into our bubble."
Slide 4: Yellow Light Touches (Unwanted Touch) Autonomy & Choice
Script Focus: "Yellow means SLOW DOWN and pay attention. Sometimes a touch is totally safe, but we just don't feel like it. Maybe a relative wants a huge hug, but you are feeling shy. Or someone is tickling you, and you want them to stop. It is YOUR body, which means it is YOUR choice! You can say 'no thank you' and choose a wave instead. We must always respect others' yellow lights, too!"
Boundary Bosses Curriculum Page 1 of 2
School Counseling Curriculum
Boundary Bosses Teacher Guide
Section 2
Slide-by-Slide Facilitation Notes (Part 2)
Slide 5: Red Light Touches (Unsafe Touch) Body Safety Rules
Script Focus: "Red light means STOP! These touches hurt our bodies or make us feel bad, confused, or secret-scared inside. Touches that hurt (hitting or pinching) are Red Lights. Also, our private parts—the parts covered by a swimsuit—are only for us. No one should look at them, touch them, or ask you to touch theirs. If this happens, it is NEVER your fault, and you must tell a trusted adult."
