Book Series · 14 Books

Best Behavior Books

In order from Hands Are Not for Hitting to Screen Time Is Not Forever.

The Best Behavior series is a set of 14 board books by Elizabeth Verdick, published between 2002 and 2021. Written for ages 1–7, most books run about 25 pages.

Feet Are Not for Kicking / Los Pies No Son Para Patear

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$958

Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2002

Hands Are Not for Hitting

By Martine Agassi, Marieka Heinlen (Illustrator)

Teach young children that hands are for helping, not hurting.

24 pages

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Board book

Summary: In a vibrant board book, young children discover that hands can create, comfort, and care. Through simple words and colorful illustrations, they learn the power of positive actions. Essential for parents and educators, this book offers guidance on nurturing kindness and empathy in little ones. How will these lessons shape their world?

The complete set

Best Behavior Series

14 books · Published 2002–2021

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$958

Hands Are Not for Hitting

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2002

Teach young children that hands are for helping, not hurting.

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$958

Hands Are Not for Hitting

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2002

Discover the power of kind hands and loving actions.

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$958

Feet Are Not for Kicking

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2004

Discover the fun of feet without the kicks.

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$858

Feet Are Not for Kicking / Los Pies No Son Para Patear

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2004

Teach toddlers to use feet for fun, not harm.

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$958

Words Are Not for Hurting

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2004

Guide children to choose kind words and understand their impact on others.

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$958

Tails Are Not for Pulling

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2005

Teach toddlers kindness and respect for pets through simple words and illustrations.

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$958

Germs Are Not for Sharing

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2006

Toddlers learn to stop spreading germs with simple hygiene habits.

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$958

Pacifiers Are Not Forever

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2007

Help your child transition from pacifier to independence with ease.

Words Are Not for Hurting / Las palabras no son para lastimar

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$958

Words Are Not for Hurting / Las palabras no son para lastimar

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2009

Toddlers learn to choose kind words and apologize for hurtful ones.

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$858

Noses Are Not for Picking

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2014

Guide toddlers from nose-picking to healthier habits with humor and catchy tips.

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$958

Voices Are Not for Yelling

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2015

Help toddlers express feelings and learn social skills without tantrums.

Voices Are Not for Yelling / La voz no es para gritar

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$958

Voices Are Not for Yelling / La voz no es para gritar

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2017

Teach toddlers to manage emotions and use their voices wisely.

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$899

Worries Are Not Forever

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2018

Help toddlers ease worries with simple, comforting strategies.

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$1139

Screen Time Is Not Forever

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021

Discover the balance between screen time and screen-free fun for kids.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Best Behavior series?

There are 14 books in the Best Behavior series. It began with Hands Are Not for Hitting in 2002, and the newest book, Screen Time Is Not Forever, was published in 2021.