
Hands Are Not for Hitting
Ages 2 and upHands can help, show affection, draw, build and play. The book offers walking away or talking as things to do instead of hitting.
Why it fits this moment
Recommended by Fab Working Mom LifeStory & parent notesRespect shows up in how characters speak, listen, and respond when they disagree. These stories offer examples a child can point to and discuss.
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Hands can help, show affection, draw, build and play. The book offers walking away or talking as things to do instead of hitting.
Why it fits this moment
Recommended by Fab Working Mom LifeStory & parent notes
Dennis likes mime better than talking, and he feels apart from the other children. Joy answers his imaginary ball and joins his way of playing, and the two paddle a pretend boat together.
Why it fits this moment
Recommended by Happily Ever ElephantsStory & parent notes
A mouse and a squirrel argue over figs or twigs and blue or red, and part in a huff. Then they decide they can disagree and still be friends.
Why it fits this moment
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