Blog — No, Go and Tell!

Congratulations to Marilyn A. Pittelli on creating a superb introduction to help educators and parents begin a dialogue with children about personal safety. I was fortunate to have Ms. Pittelli teach this sensitive subject to my first grade students, in the same simple manner that is outlined in her book. In NO, GO, AND TELL! she transforms herself into Ms. Clementine to gently and effectively empower children everywhere to keep themselves safe from sexual abuse.

Donna Canavan, B.S.,M.S.

Reading Specialist
Former building level administrator, Voorheesville Elementary School, Voorheesville, NY
Former first grade teacher, Division Street School, Saratoga Springs, NY

NO, GO, AND TELL! offers a perfect opportunity for connection and conversation between children and the grownups who care about them. Marilyn A. Pittelli’s relatable characters, practical steps, and overall message will foster safety and healthy awareness for readers young and old. As a therapist who works with children and families, and as mom, NO, GO, AND TELL! Ms. Clementine's Personal Safety Lesson will be on my bookshelves at work and at home.

Sarah Fitzgibbons, LMHC, MT-BC, IMH-E®

Infant Mental Health Mentor- Clinical
Clinical Director at The Society for the Protection and Care of Children

Marilyn A. Pittelli's NO, GO, AND TELL! fills a necessary void in the discussion of sexual abuse by empowering children through an easy-to-remember action plan. Using simple, child-friendly language, Ms. Pittelli addresses this difficult, yet vital topic in a comprehensive manner. Finally, parents, educators, and mental-health professionals are given the tools to discuss sexual abuse with young children in manner that is accessible to all children.

Lauren Donnelly, PhD

Clinical Assistant Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone