Noor Says NoThe picture book Noor Says No: about saying no and asking first
25 situations to practice, 11 with people Noor knows.
Digital edition: PDF and EPUB
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Paperback coming soon on Amazon
Wow! Such a nice and useful book.
- Ages 4 to 7
- 25 situations
- Without scaring them
- Created in the Netherlands
What's in the book?
25 situations, each with the question: what would you do? Out and about, at home, at school and online. Eleven situations involve people Noor knows: family, a babysitter, a neighbor, a judo coach and other kids.
1. A Picture in the Park
Noor says no and goes to Mama.
2. The Secret Password
Without the password, no one picks up Noor.
3. The Puppy
Noor asks Papa first.
4. Candy
Noor doesn't take things from someone she doesn't know.
5. The Game on the Tablet
Noor shows Papa the message.
6. The Code on the Phone
Noor doesn't tap on anything without asking.
7. A Kiss for Uncle Ben
A high five is fine too.
8. A Bad Secret
Noor tells Mama a bad secret.
9. Mr. Hill Next Door
Noor doesn't just go inside.
10. My Body Is Mine
What her swimsuit covers belongs to Noor.
11. Lost in the Store
Noor gets help at the checkout.
12. Stop Means Stop
When Noor says stop, Sam stops.
13. How Does He Know My Name?
A man knows her name from her backpack.
14. Want a Ride?
Noor waits for Mama.
15. The Door Stays Open
Noor asks if the door can stay open.
16. The Sleepover Code Word
Noor calls Papa with their code word.
17. A Secret Game
Noor tells Grandma.
18. The Doorbell
Noor doesn't open up and calls Papa.
19. Free Coins
Noor shows Mama.
20. Who's Calling?
Noor doesn't answer.
21. An Online Friend
Noor shows Papa.
22. A Video for the Internet
Noor decides what goes online.
23. You Can't Play
Telling isn't tattling.
24. I Dare You
Noor asks at home first.
25. Not My Curls
Noor says kindly: please don't.
In the ending, Noor always tells someone she trusts, until someone helps. Then come My Trusted Hand, the five things Noor says, Our Family Plan, and tips for parents and caregivers.
How it works: one situation, four steps
- Read the situation on the left page out loud.
- Ask the question from the book: what would you do? Wait for your child's answer.
- Turn the page and read what Noor does, and why.
- At the back, practice the five sentences out loud and make a trusted hand together.
You read what's there. You don't have to come up with anything yourself.
Two examples from the book
A message pops up: how old are you, can you send a picture? Noor shows Papa right away, and she is not in trouble.
A surprise you can tell soon. A secret that feels funny in your tummy, you always tell.
What do you get as a parent?
- A story to start hard conversations with, instead of a list of rules.
- Pages for you at the back, with tips and where to get help in the US and UK, including what to do if your child tells you something.
See also other books about saying no and this book as a gift.
About the book
- Title
- Noor Says No: I Ask First!
- Size
- 64 pages, 8.25 by 8.25 inches, paperback, in full color.
- Price
- Digital $9.99 on this site, through Stripe. Paperback $19.99 and £14.99, coming soon on Amazon. Checked on November 1, 2026.
- Text
- Maxim Min. Translated from the Dutch.
- Illustrations
- Made with the help of AI, chosen and edited by Maxim Min.
- Published
- Independently published, first English edition, 2026.
- ISBN
- Paperback: 9798166767042.
The organizations cited on this site are not connected to the book and have not reviewed it. The book does not replace professional help; see the disclaimer.
Frequently asked questions about the book
Is the book scary?
No. Every situation ends well, and Noor always knows what to do. There is no violence in it.
Is the book about sex?
No. One situation is about private parts: what your swimsuit covers belongs to you. There are no sexual images or explanations.
How were the illustrations made?
With the help of AI (artificial intelligence). The maker chose and edited them.
Has an expert reviewed the book?
No. The lessons follow public advice, but no educator or child-safety expert has reviewed the book.
Are there reviews?
Not of the English edition yet. On this site, there is one reader's reaction to the Dutch edition, labeled as such.
Get Noor Says No
Paperback
$19.99 or £14.99
64 pages, 8.25 by 8.25 inches, in full color.
Coming soon on Amazon.
Digital: PDF and EPUB
$9.99
All 25 situations. Download right away, then read on a tablet or print it. Charged in US dollars.
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- Sold by a Dutch company, Chamber of Commerce (KvK) 89424514
- Questions? Email info@adsvantage.nl