Hands Are Not for Hitting (Best Behaviour Series) – Gentle Board Book for Toddlers (Ages 1-4 yrs) | Builds Kindness & Safe Behaviour

Hands Are Not for Hitting is a gentle Best Behavior® board book for very young children. It teaches that hitting is not acceptable while positively showing children what their hands can do instead—such as waving, helping, playing, hugging, holding, creating, and caring for others. The language is simple and the illustrations are bright and child-friendly, making the message suitable for toddlers and preschoolers. It also includes guidance/tips for parents and caregivers. 

What children learn

The book focuses on:

• 🤝 Using hands gently
• ❤️ Kind and loving actions
• 🚫 Understanding that hitting hurts and is not okay
• 👋 Waving and greeting
• 🫂 Hugging and comforting
• 🧸 Playing appropriately
• 👐 Helping and caring
• 😊 Choosing positive behavior

The central approach is positive rather than punitive: instead of concentrating only on “don't hit,” it gives toddlers concrete, positive alternatives for using their hands.