Hands Are Not for Hitting Board Book
Grade Up to PK
Ages 1-4
Format Board Book
Trim Size 7" x 7"
Language English
ISBN 9781575422008
Item 899241
Page Count 24
Description
It’s never too soon for children to learn that violence is never okay, hands can do many good things, and everyone is capable of positive, loving actions.
In this bright, inviting, durable board book, simple words and full-color illustrations teach these important concepts in ways even very young children can understand.
Created in response to requests from parents, preschool teachers, and childcare providers, this book belongs everywhere young children are. Includes tips for parents and caregivers.
Best Behavior® Series
Simple words and lively full-color illustrations guide children to choose positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages 1–4 and an expanded paperback for ages 4–7. Bilingual board book and paperback editions of titles are also available. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips for teachers, caregivers, and parents.
Editorial Reviews
Praise for Hands Are Not for Hitting
“Imagine raising your kids without the help of Goodnight Moon or Is Your Mama a Llama? or Hands Are Not for Hitting.”—Jennifer Garner, actress and Save the Children ambassador
“Offers youngsters an alternative to hitting and other forms of hurtful behavior, guiding them to a more peaceful and positive outcome in their dealings with other children.”—School Library Journal
“Highly recommended . . . ideal ‘read aloud’ book for parents and caregivers.”—Midwest Book Review
“The simple but important message . . . helps children understand that they have the power to choose not to hurt people.”—Teaching Tolerance
“Highly recommended for parents, teachers, clergy, childcare providers, but most importantly, for the world’s greatest resource—children.”—Childhelp
“An excellent resource to refer to whenever your children or students need a reminder about calm and peaceful hands.”—Chasing Supermom blog
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Best Behavior<sup>®</sup> Series (Bilingual Boardbooks) 8-Book Set
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Best Behavior<sup>®</sup> Series Board Book 14-Book Set
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ISBN:9798885543293
Best Behavior<sup>®</sup> Series Board Book Bilingual 14-Book Set
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Best Behavior<sup>®</sup> Series Paperback 9-Book Set
This 9-book set helps guide children to choose peaceful, positive behaviors.
Item Number:685194
ISBN:9798885543316
Best Behavior<sup>®</sup> Series Paperback Bilingual 9-Book Set
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Feet Are Not for Kicking / Los pies no son para patear Board Book
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ISBN:9781575421971
Germs Are Not for Sharing Board Book
Help little ones stay clean and healthy.
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ISBN:9781575421964
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Megan Lopez
June 14, 2021
Hands Are Not for Hitting is a staple in my K-2 classrooms. Those social skills are crucial teaching points for our young students who are still learning how to play well together!
Maria Elena Gonzalez
June 12, 2019
It was 2007. I was in the exhibit hall at NAEYC in Chicago, walking through the booths. Then, I saw it! Yellow, with beautiful pictures on its title page. "Hands Are Not For Hitting." That school year I was struggling with a student … Read More