The fourth guide in the Little Bodies, Big World series for parents of children aged 3-5. This guide covers one of the most powerful and least-known concepts in child protection education: the distinction between surprises and secrets. Surprises have an end date, make everyone feel good, and get revealed. Secrets last forever, often feel bad, and hide things from the people we love. And no adult should ever ask a child to keep a secret from their parents -- ever, for any reason. Covers how to teach the distinction from age three, how to practise it until it's automatic, and -- most importantly -- exactly what to do if your child reveals a secret. Evidence-based, trauma-informed, and written for parents who want to protect their child without frightening them.