Best Behavior® Series Archives - Elizabeth Verdick

Screen Time Is Not Forever / El tiempo de pantalla no es para siempre (for ages 4-7)

WOAdminSCP — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Screen time is important for learning and can be helpful and fun, but it’s important for toddlers to learn that screen time can’t be all the time. We all need to unplug, especially children. Offer young children and families an easy way to set boundaries and limit screen time, and to find enjoyable ways to spend time without screens. “Together, we say, ‘All done.’ Now follow up with something fun.”

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Tails Are Not for Pulling / La cola de las mascotas no es para jalarla (board book)

WOAdminSCP — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

If pets could talk, what would they say? Maybe “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 illustrations, this book teaches the basics of kindness to animals: careful handling, awareness, safety, and respect. It also includes helpful tips for parents and caregivers.

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Tails Are Not for Pulling / La cola de las mascotas no es para jalarla (for ages 4-7)

WOAdminSCP — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Pets may not have words, but they can communicate. Paying attention to an animal’s cues—a joyful bark, a scary growl, a swishing tail—can help a child understand what the animal is “saying” and what an appropriate response might be. That’s part of what this book is about. But mostly it’s about showing children how to love pets gently—because pets are for loving, after all. Kids learn that teasing isn’t nice, that they can choose to be kind to animals, and that if you want to touch someone else’s pet, there’s one important rule you should know: Ask the owner first! A special section for adults includes ideas for teaching children kindness to animals, activities, and discussion starters.

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Noses Are Not for Picking / La nariz no es para hurgar (board book)

WOAdminSCP — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

With gentle humor and kid-friendly support, this book helps guide little ones away from nose picking toward healthier habits, like using a tissue and washing their hands. Catchy words help children remember what to do; illustrations bring the words to life. Throughout, the positive message shines through: noses are for breathing, sniffing, smelling . . . but not for picking!

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Pacifiers Are Not Forever / El chupete no es para simpre (board book)

WOAdminSCP — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

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.

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Screen Time Is Not Forever / El tiempo de pantalla no es para siempre (board book)

WOAdminSCP — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Screen time is important for learning and can be helpful and fun, but it’s important for toddlers to learn that screen time can’t be all the time. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends consistent limits on screen time for young children. With empathy and encouragement, the book offers healthy alternatives to using screens—like singing, swinging, or playing pretend. Caregiver tips at the end help adults navigate screen time with toddlers and preschoolers.

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Worries Are Not Forever / Las preocupaciones no duran para siempre (for ages 4-7)

WOAdminSCP — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Everyone feels worried at times, and young children are no exception. Friendly and reassuring, this book is geared to preschool and primary children explains what worries are and how it feels to be worried. The book assures children that lots of kids—and grown-ups—feel worried, and that they can learn to make their worries “smaller and smaller and smaller.” Talking about worries, moving around, keeping hands busy, breathing deeply, getting a big hug, and thinking good thoughts are all ways for children to cope with worries. The book includes a special section for parents and caregivers with activities and discussion starters.

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Tears Are Not Forever (board book)

WOAdminSCP — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Tears Are Not Forever explains that crying has a purpose—to show others you may need help. This book can sooth an upset child, while also giving families positive language to use during stressful moments. A special section for caregivers reinforces the message that tears are a natural, normal response to strong emotions. Tips suggest ways to help toddlers handle big feelings at home and in childcare.

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Tears Are Not Forever / Las lagrimas no son para siempre (bilingual board book)

WOAdminSCP — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

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Tears Are Not Forever (for ages 4-7)

WOAdminSCP — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Why do we cry when faced with strong feelings? How does crying help? Tears Are Not Forever shares the message that crying is okay, and offers young children support during tough times.

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