Tails Are Not for Pulling (Best Behavior)

Verdick, Elizabeth

ISBN 10: 0606316604 ISBN 13: 9780606316606

Publisher: Turtleback Books, 2005

Synopsis

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 kindness to animals, activities, and discussion starters.

About this title

About the Author

Elizabeth Verdick is a children's book writer and editor. She lives in Minnesota with her husband and their two children.
Marieka Heinlen launched her career as a children's book illustrator with the award-winning "Hands Are Not for Hitting." As a freelance illustrator and designer, Marieka focuses her work on books and other materials for children, teens, parents, and teachers. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her husband and son.

Edition details

• Publisher: Turtleback Books
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0606316604
• ISBN 13: 9780606316606
• Binding: Library Binding
• Illustrator: Heinlen Marieka
• Number of pages: 40