Selected nonfiction and fiction titles that contain basic information on and insights into child abuse are given. Safety tips for children and suggestions for protecting children from abduction by the non-custodial parent are also offered. (MT)

A question and answer section discusses facts about child abuse. Suggestions are given to organize activities in the community and in the schools that can identify and prevent abuse. (MT)

Parents should let children know that sexual abuse does occur and that children have some power to act if they are being exploited. This article describes common myths about child sexual abuse, what parents can do to help protect their children, and indicators of sexual abuse. (IAH)

Suggestions for parents on educating their children to recognize and avoid possible sexual abuse situations are offered. (DF)

When explaining sexual assault to children, parents need to give enough specific information for the child to recognize behavior that may lead to an assault or may be an assault. Advice for parents on discussing sexual assault is offered. (DF)