Ruby and the High-Five Rule

Ages 6–8

At a big, bustling family party, Ruby discovers a superpower hiding in plain sight: a clear, friendly voice that keeps her body her own.

A gentle, parent-chosen story reminding any child that they always decide who touches their body, that saying so firmly and politely is brave (not rude), and that a trusted grown-up will always listen and back them up.

The cover of "Ruby and the High-Five Rule"

The family reunion was the best kind of loud: lemonade fizzing, lanterns swaying, cousins chasing bees through the daisies. "Remember," said Nana Coral, giving Ruby a wink, "your body always gets to decide." Ruby nodded, straightened her star pin, and ran off to join the fun.

"There's my favorite little sunshine!" boomed Uncle Baxter, setting down his lemonade pitcher and reaching both arms wide for a big squeeze. Ruby took a small step back. Something about big surprise hugs never felt quite right.

Ruby remembered Nana Coral's words from that morning: "Your body is yours to decide." She tapped her star pin twice, took a breath, and found her clear, friendly voice — the one that didn't shout, but didn't wobble either.

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