Noah Says "NO"

Noah Says "NO": When It's Okay to Say No is a heartwarming children's book that teaches kids the power of a confident "no." From stranger danger and unsafe secrets to peer pressure, cheating, bullying, and cyberbullying, Noah shows young readers that saying "no" isn't about being difficult - it's about staying safe, kind, and strong.

Told in playful rhymes with bright, colorful illustrations, this book turns real-life situations into easy-to-understand lessons. Children learn how to speak up, set boundaries, and make good choices at home, at school, online, and with friends.

Written by father-son team Keith and Noah Grounsell, the story is inspired by the real temptations, struggles, and distractions Noah faced from elementary school through high school - and how honest conversations at home helped him stay on track. Together, they created this book to help kids everywhere stand tall and say "No" when it matters most.

Perfect for:
• Parents who want to teach kids how to stay safe and make smart choices
• Teachers, counselors, and school resource officers starting conversations about boundaries, bullying, and peer pressure
• Church groups and youth programs reinforcing values like respect, honesty, and courage

Kids will learn how to say "no" to:
• Strangers and unsafe situations
• Secrets that feel wrong
• Inappropriate touch
• Bad language, bullying, and cyberbullying
• Peer pressure, cheating, drugs, and harmful games
• Negativity, disrespect, and giving up on their dreams

Empower the children in your life with a simple but powerful lesson: when something isn't right, it's okay - and important - to say "NO."

Noah Says "NO" is part of The Kids Character & Confidence Series, a growing collection of children's books written to help families teach essential life skills, values, and emotional strength. Other titles include Kaleb's Journey of Kindness, McKenna's Magical Journey: A Girl's Guide to Growing Strong, HUNTER - Our Gift from Above, and more. Each book supports real families with real conversations-so every child grows confident, courageous, and full of character.