Tails Are Not for Pulling (Board Book)

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A “Tail” That Teaches Children How To Be Kind To Animals

Toddlers and pets go great together―as long as no one grabs, squeezes, yanks, or teases! With gentle guidance, Tails Are Not for Pulling teaches young children how to treat their furry friends with respect and kindness.

Teaches Animal Empathy: With her trademark mix of empathy and encouragement, author Elizabeth Verdick encourages careful handling, awareness, safety, and respect towards animals.Simple Language for Little Learners: Perfect for at-home libraries, classrooms, and everywhere in between, this children’s book uses simple words and relatable illustrations of beloved household pets to teach children the basics of being kind to animals in an easy-to-understand way.Includes Helpful Tips for Parents & Caregivers: Tips are included in the back of the book that adults can incorporate as their child learns to practice empathy and using gentle hands.

Best Behavior® Series: Kids, parents, and educators love the award-winning book series that teaches children ages 1–4 important life skills in fun, relatable ways. From managing emotions to manners for kids, each book in the series uses simple words and relatable illustrations that encourage positive behaviors. Bilingual board books are available for select titles.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Free Spirit Publishing
Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 15, 2005
Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 24 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1575421801
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1575421803
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 – 3 years, from customers
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.57 x 7 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Best Behavior
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool and up
Best Sellers Rank: #11,764 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #36 in Children’s Pet Books (Books) #48 in Children’s Manners Books #142 in Children’s Self-Esteem Books
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