A best-selling Free Spirit classic in a fresh new edition.
This paperback version of Hands Are Not for Hitting is an English social-emotional learning book aimed at children ages 4 to 7 (grades PK-2). Through simple, direct language and vibrant illustrations, this title teaches young readers that hands can be used for kindness, not harm. Children learn respectful behaviors like helping, sharing, and gentle touch, along with strategies to manage impulses and choose positive actions. It's ideal for read-alouds, classroom behavior lessons, or family conversations.
- Paperback edition of *Hands Are Not for Hitting* for ages?4-7, grades PK-2
- Uses clear text and images to teach nonviolent, respectful behavior
- Shows hands used for positive actions, not hitting or harming
- Gives children strategies for impulse control and conflict resolution
- Great for SEL lessons, guided reading, or caregiver discussions
