Are Not Series

by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

For many young children, pacifier weaning is a major milestone. This board book offers warm, comforting words and pictures to ease the transition and make it a positive experience for kids and grown-ups alike. The focus is on minimizing stress and drama, dealing with feelings of loss and frustration, finding fun things to do without a pacifier, and finally being pacifier-free.

Includes helpful tips for parents. Hardcover (board book). For ages 2 and up. (24 pp.)
SKU: APC8864

Pacifiers are Not Forever

by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

For many young children, pacifier weaning is a major milestone. This board book offers warm, comforting words and pictures to ease the transition and make it a positive experience for kids and grown-ups alike. The focus is on minimizing stress and drama, dealing with feelings of loss and frustration, finding fun things to do without a pacifier, and finally being pacifier-free. Includes helpful tips for parents. Hardcover (board book). For ages 2 and up. (24 pp.)

SKU: APC8933

Diapers are not Forever

Diapers are Not Forever By Elizabeth Verdick

Learning to use the potty takes patience and practice, and this charming, straightforward book helps pave the way. Young children learn how to use the potty and why it’s time to do so, while gaining the courage and confidence to face this important milestone in their lives. When little ones learn to “do what the big kids do” (go, wipe, flush, wash their hands), they won’t need a diaper anymore—they’ll have underwear under there! Includes tips for parents and caregivers from a children’s health specialist.

SKU: APC8710

Feet are Not for Kicking

by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

Look at those feet! Aren’t they sweet? Yes, when they’re walking, standing, leaping and landing. And when they’re kicking balls or leaves.

But not when they’re kicking people!

SKU: APC8795

Germs are Not for Sharing

by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

Achoo! Cough! F-L-U-S-H! What to do? In childcare, in preschool, at home, and everywhere, toddlers need to learn that germs are not for sharing. Rather than focus on what germs are, this board book teaches the basics of not spreading them: Cover up a sneeze or cough. Hug or blow kisses when you’re sick. And most of all, wash your hands!

SKU: APC8557

Hands are not for Hitting

by Martine Agassi, Ph.D.; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

In this gentle, encouraging book, psychologist Martine Agassi helps young children understand that they are capable of positive, loving actions. Simple words and warm, inviting full-color illustrations reinforce the underlying concepts: that violence is never okay, and kids can learn to manage their anger. Words tell—and pictures show—the many wonderful things kids can do with their hands instead of hitting.

SKU: APC8731

Tails are Not for Pulling

by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

If pets could talk, what would they say? Maybe that fur is for petting, backs are for scratching, noses are for nuzzling . . . and tails are not for pulling! Toddlers and pets belong together as long as toddlers don’t chase, grab, squeeze, yank, and tease. In simple words and delightful illustrations, this board book teaches the basics of kindness to animals: careful handling, awareness, safety, and respect.

SKU: APC8641

Teeth are Not for Biting

by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

Crunch crunch crunch. Teeth are strong and sharp. Crunch crunch crunch. Teeth can help you chew. But teeth are not for biting. Ouch! Biting hurts” Sooner or later, almost all young children will bite someone a friend, a parent, a sibling. This upbeat, colorful, virtually indestructible book helps prevent biting and teaches positive alternatives.

SKU: APC8658

Words are Not for Hurting

by Elizabeth Verdick; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen

Some of your words are kind. But some of them are not. Words are not for hurting. What do hurtful words do? Children are known for speaking their minds. We can’t expect them to watch every word, but we can help them to understand that their words affect other people. We can gently guide them to choose words that are helpful instead of hurtful, and to say two very important words “I’m sorry” when hurtful words come out before they can stop them.