Tails Are Not for Pulling Board Book

Elizabeth Verdick author Marieka Heinlen illustrator

Format:Board book

Publisher:Teacher Created Materials, Inc

Published:15th Sep '05

Should be back in stock very soon

Tails Are Not for Pulling Board Book cover

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.

ASPCA Henry Bergh Children’s Book Award, Winner


Dr. Toy’s 10 Best Socially Responsible Products, Winner


iParenting Media Awards Greatest Products, Winner


 Dr. Toy’s Best Children’s Products, Winner


“Teaching very young people that pets are living creatures and not toys is of utmost importance. Tails Are Not for Pulling is a fun book sure to be enjoyed by parents, their children—and their pets!” -- Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus, Columbus Zoo, Host, “Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures”
“Colorful, lively illustrations make Tails Are Not for Pulling stand out from the crowd, and the book's vocabulary will keep children up to age 3 interested and engaged.” * BookWire *
"It's not always an easy feat to teach little ones about morals and the difference between right and wrong. But great news for you author Elizabeth Verdick is her to help you..." * Baby Let's Shop blo

  • Commended for Midwest Book Award (MIPA) (Illustration) 2005

ISBN: 9781575421803

Dimensions: 178mm x 178mm x 14mm

Weight: 249g

24 pages