Hands are Not for Hitting by Martine Agassi
Appropriate Age Range: 4-7 years
What this book is all about:
Hands Are Not For Hitting teaches its readers that hands are not for hurting and instead highlights positve actions one can do with their hands.
Why you might want to read it:
Hands are Not for Hitting is written similar to a social story format and focuses on the "yes" to what children can do with their hands while still acknowledging the underlying feelings in which may have led to wanting to hit in the first place.
4 Questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
Have you ever felt angry? Was it hard for you to control your hands when you felt this way?
What is something you can do with your hands when you're feeling upset?
What are some other things you can do with your body when you feel angry?
There were lots of examples of ways we can use our hands in this book. Let's try one together.