Hands Are Not for Hitting (Board Book) (Best Behavior Series) [Kindle Edition]

Elizabeth Verdick (Author), Marieka Heinlen (Illustrator)

Book Description

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Simple words and colorful pictures teach little ones that violence is never okay, hands can do many good things, and everyone is capable of positive, loving actions. A note to parents and caregivers includes tips for redirecting toddlers’ frustrated energy and intervening when they hit.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“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, Save the Children ambassador

"We love this series because they are a fun way to explain basic do's and don'ts' to your child and repetition from hearing the same book over and over gives you a better chance that it will actually sink in." –Baby Let's Shop blog

Creative Child Magazine Seal of Excellence Winner

The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval

Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Special Needs Award

Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award

iParenting Media Award Winner

Dr. Toy's 100 Best Selection

About the Author

Martine Agassi, Ph.D., is a clinical therapist with extensive experience as a behavioral consultant, counseling children and families in schools, residential facilities, foster care, and private practice. She has led workshops and group counseling in communication skills, parenting, drug and child abuse prevention, divorce, and self-esteem. Martine, her husband, and their daughter live in Fallbrook, California, with their dog Toby.

Marieka Heinlen launched her career as a children’s book illustrator with the award-winning Hands Are Not for Hitting. As a freelance illustrator and designer, Marieka focuses her work on books and other materials for children, teens, parents, and teachers. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her husband and son.

Product Details

• File Size: 1904 KB
• Print Length: 24 pages
• Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (February 10, 2012)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B0078XGS1M
• Text-to-Speech: Not enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Not Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #132,670 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
  • #12 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Nonfiction > Children's Nonfiction > People & Places > Social Issues
  • #26 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Nonfiction > Children's Nonfiction > People & Places > Social Situations
  • #39 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Children's eBooks > People & Places > Social Situations > Values

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

36 of 39 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Much better than the board book March 15, 2007

By Gina

Format:Board book

I bought the board book before reading the actual book (hardcover or paperback) and was AMAZED by how much was left out. The board book is extremely watered down and simplified in order to fit in a board format. I usually don't mind this, but by the time my child was old enough to understand the message, he really needed the more than the board book offered. For example, the paperback takes pages to explain why hitting is not nice- it hurts people- and why people hit- they feel sad, or angry or jealous or scared. The board book does not. I think the reviewer who said that this book doesn't address WHY hitting is wrong, may have read the board book too. The full version offered here has several pages to answer that.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The title says it all! December 22, 2009

By J. Arena TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase

I purchased two copies of Hands Are Not for Hitting for toddler cousins in our family who have discovered that they can become the center of attention when they start hitting people -- not to mention each other when the mommies get them together! In essence, this entire Best Behavior Series is absolute perfection. The books say just enough on the subject matter to get through to a child, but gives some fun-to-repeat lessons that can be easily memorized.

If your toddler has started to hit (as they all do) you really should buy this book. For a few dollars, you can end the trouble before it become an awful habit.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Major behavior change since using the book! November 15, 2011

By Kate3333

Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase

I was having problems with my 20-month old son hitting recently. At the suggestion of a friend, I ordered this book. I was pretty skeptical because time outs and other behavior modification wasn't working. We read it every night at bed time, and we have seen a drastic improvement.... after about three nights of reading the book, the hitting stopped. My son has very limited words (Elmo, mama, dada), but he clearly understands whats happening as we read the story, he waves his hands and says "yes" when I ask him if he likes to draw and play with his hands. Even if your child isn't talking, there is a good chance that they will understand this book, I highly recommend it!

More About the Author

Martine Agassi, Ph.D., is a clinical therapist with extensive experience as a behavioral consultant, counseling children and families in schools, residential facilities, foster care, and private practice. She has led workshops and group counseling in communication skills, parenting, drug and child abuse prevention, divorce, and self-esteem. Martine, her husband, and their daughter live in Fallbrook, California, with their dog Toby.