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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

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Tails Are Not for Pulling Board Book cover

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 delightful 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.

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

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

ISBN: 9781575421803

Dimensions: 178mm x 178mm x 14mm

Weight: 249g

24 pages

First Edition, Board Book