About This Book
Karen Katz's "No Hitting!" is a warm and reassuring picture book designed to help toddlers and preschoolers navigate the challenging emotion of anger and the impulse to hit. Through simple, direct text and vibrant, engaging illustrations, the book gently explains that hitting hurts and is not allowed, while immediately offering a variety of acceptable and fun alternatives, like hitting pots and pans or a drum. It provides parents with a positive framework for discussing appropriate behavior and emotional regulation, making it an excellent tool for fostering empathy and self-control in young children. The book's sturdy pages and included stickers add to its appeal for little hands.
Learn to say NO to hitting and YES to fun
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Discussion Prompts
1
What are some things in our house that are okay to hit, like a drum or a pillow?
2
How do you think your friend or sibling feels if you hit them?
3
When you feel really mad, what are some things you can do instead of hitting?
4
What makes you feel happy when you play gently with others?
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