Story by Khattiyada Chaiyo, Ed.D.
Illustrated by Chananya Kijcharoenchai
A loving kiss gives us comfort and connects our warm feelings together.
Sales & Operation Director Adrian Koh Marketing Director Akarapol Wattanasin
Managing Editor Khattiyada Chaiyo, Ed.D. Editor Kewalin Chumchangthong English Content Editor Nongnuch Maneein
Editorial Team Premika Suwanwootichai, Suthasinee Chuawongkorkerd Art Director Nutthaphol Chaiwat
Graphic Designer Benjamas Srichan, Chanisara Haleebootra, Narongtham Sukasame, Natchaya Wongsununt
Story by Khattiyada Chaiyo, Ed.D. Translated by Premika Suwanwootichai Illustrated by Chananya Kijcharoenchai
Seeing strangers over there, I wave my hands in the air.
“Kiss-bye,” I blow a kiss.
Keeping some distance, I feel at ease.
I have looked after Grandpa for a while.
So, he gives me a big smile and kisses my tiny hand adoringly.
That makes me really happy.
Grandma is busy. So, I help her immediately. She gives me a thank-you kiss on my forehead.
I am proud that I can relieve her stress.
Spending time with Mummy and Daddy,
I make them very happy. They kiss my cheeks lovingly.
I feel warm and merry when we are together.
Loving kisses are for people you allow to.
Flying kisses are for people unfamiliar to you.
BUT if someone kisses your private parts or makes you feel being harassed, STOP them from doing so.
No one can kiss you if you say “NO!”
Do not let anyone make you feel sorry as they have no right to kiss your body.
Your body is your very own.
Do not let anyone, either known or unknown, kiss on areas you are not comfortable with. Tell them head on, “Stop this!”
Tender and warm hugs from their mother are the first friendly touch that makes children feel loved. A loving, safe and appropriate touch allows children to differentiate between a friendly touch and an uncomfortable touch from people around them.
In good and bad times, a tender kiss represents loving care. It also helps children explore their feelings and willingness.
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Khattiyada Chaiyo, Ed.D.
Khattiyada received her doctorate in education from the University of Northern Philippines. She believes storybooks can help children relate difficult topics to the learning content and understand them better. At present, she works as a managing editor at Pelangi Publishing (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Chananya Kijcharoenchai
Held a bachelor’s degree of Arts in communication arts from Ramkhamhaeng University and a bachelor's degree of Fine Arts in visual communication design from Silpakorn University, Chananya was awarded for best illustrations from many contests.
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