Words Are Not for Hurting

Words Are Not for Hurting teaches young children about the impact of their words on others. The book presents scenarios and situations that children encounter in daily life. The text uses simple language and clear examples to demonstrate positive ways to communicate. Supporting illustrations show diverse children interacting and expressing themselves in various settings. The narrative addresses both spoken words and body language through concrete examples that resonate with preschool and early elementary audiences. This board book format makes it accessible for young hands and repeated readings. The book reinforces fundamental social-emotional concepts about kindness and respect while empowering children to make conscious choices about their words and actions. Its message about personal responsibility and empathy serves as a foundation for developing communication skills.

Parents and educators report this book helps teach young children (ages 0-3) about using kind words and managing hurtful language. Many reviewers note the simple messaging and diverse illustrations connect well with toddlers. Likes: - Clear, age-appropriate explanations - Interactive prompts encourage discussion - Pictures show realistic situations kids encounter - Includes both English and Spanish text - Durability of board book format Dislikes: - Some found the message oversimplified - A few readers wanted more specific examples of kind words - Multiple mentions that 40 pages is too long for toddler attention spans Ratings: Goodreads: 4.1/5 (192 ratings) Amazon: 4.7/5 (823 ratings) Notable Review Quote: "This book gave my 2-year-old concrete ways to express feelings without hitting or yelling. We reference it often during emotional moments." - Amazon reviewer The book ranks among Amazon's top 100 sellers in children's manners books.

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📚 Author Elizabeth Verdick has written over 40 books for children, focusing on topics like safety, manners, and emotional intelligence. 🗣️ The book is available in both English and Spanish editions, making its message about kind words accessible to more young readers. ❤️ This title is part of the popular "Best Behavior" series, which has sold over 1.5 million copies worldwide. 🌟 The book employs simple rhyming text and diverse illustrations to help toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5) understand the power of their words. 🤝 Released in 2004, this book was one of the first children's books to specifically address verbal bullying and hurtful language for the toddler/preschool age group.