Everything babies do revolves around their hands and mouth. Babies do bite the hands (and the nipples) that feed them. Understand the reason behind biting and hittingīabies bite and hit. Biting and hitting habits hurt and should be corrected, before serious harm is done to bodies and to relationships. Toddlers often bite and hit with little regard for the consequences of their actions. Growing teeth and hands often find their way into trouble. “The simple but important message.helps children understand that they have the power to choose not to hurt people.Biting and Hitting are Common and Should be Corrected Early On “Highly recommended.ideal ‘read aloud’ book for parents and care givers.”- Midwest Book Review “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 Recommended for anyone in a caring relationship with a young child perfect for day-care, preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary school classrooms. Made to be read aloud, Hands Are Not for Hitting also includes a special section for adults, with ideas for things to talk about and activities to do together. Words tell-and pictures show-the many wonderful things kids can do with their hands instead of hitting. Simple words and warm, inviting full-color illustrations reinforce the underlying concepts: that violence is never okay, and kids can learn to manage their anger.Įspecially at an age when children are interacting more with others and starting school, they need to know that hitting is unacceptable. In this gentle, encouraging book, psychologist Martine Agassi helps young children understand that they are capable of positive, loving actions. Hands are for saying hello.” And for playing, creating, helping, working, learning, encouraging, taking care of oneself, and so many more good things. Martine, her husband, and their daughter live in Fallbrook, California, with their dog Toby. She has led workshops and group counseling in communication skills, parenting, drug and child abuse prevention, divorce, and self-esteem. 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.

Hands are not for hitting