Hands Are Not for Hitting
Hands Are Not for Hitting

Hands Are Not for Hitting

Written by Martine Agassi & illustrated by Marieka Heinlen
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4 - 7
Reading age
40
Page count
AD510L
Lexile measure
Mar 15, 2009
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Hands Are Not for Hitting by Martine Agassi. This book teaches children learn that violence is never okay. Children can learn to manage their anger and other strong feelings. Hands are capable of positive, loving actions such as playing, making music, learning, counting, helping, and much more! Includes a special section for adults with activities and discussion starters.

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      Marieka Heinlen

      Marieka Heinlen received her BFA at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and also studied at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London. She launched her career as an award-winning children’s book illustrator with the original edition of Hands Are Not for Hitting and has illustrated the Best Behavior and Toddler Tools series. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her husband, son, and daughter.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781575423081
    Publication Date
    March 15, 2009
    Publisher
    Free Spirit Publishing
    Original Publication Date
    May 1, 2000
    Page Count
    40
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 7 years
    Lexile® Level
    AD510L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~N
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.4

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