Hands Are Not for Hitting/Las manos no son para pegar
Softcover Edition for Ages 4 to 7
by Martine Agassi, Ph.D.; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen
 
Kids can do many things with their hands--but hitting shouldn't be one of them. This little book suggests positive things to do with your hands, such as waving, writing, drawing, and hugging. Repeating its core message--hands are not for hitting--while acknowledging the feelings that make children want to hit, it gently urges them to express their anger in nonhurtful ways, such as punching a pillow or talking. 
 
This bilingual edition includes all text plus a section for parents, teachers, and caregivers in both English and Spanish.
 
 
Words Are Not for Hurting/Las palabras no son para lastimar
Softcover Edition for Ages 4 to 7
by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen
 
This English/Spanish book helps youngsters understand the link between hurtful words and feelings of anger, sadness, and disappointment. It teaches them to think before they speak and suggests positive ways to respond when others say unkind things. And it reinforces the importance of saying "I?m sorry." Charmingly illustrated, the book includes activities and discussion starters for parents, caregivers, and educators.