Synopses & Reviews
If pets could talk, what would they say? Maybe andldquo;Fur is for petting, backs are for scratching, noses are for nuzzling . . . and tails are not for pulling!andrdquo; Toddlers and pets belong togetherandmdash;as long as toddlers donandrsquo;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.
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andldquo;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 childrenandmdash;and their pets!andrdquo;
andmdash;Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus, Columbus Zoo, Host, andldquo;Jack Hannaandrsquo;s Animal Adventuresandrdquo;
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andldquo;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.andrdquo;andmdash;BookWire
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Recommended by Matthew andldquo;Uncle Mattyandrdquo; Margolis, dog trainer, aggressive-dog expert, author, and host of the PBS television series andldquo;WOOF!and#160; Itandrsquo;s a Dogandrsquo;s Life.andrdquo;
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andquot;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...andquot; -Baby Let's Shop blog.
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ASPCA Henry Bergh Childrenandrsquo;s Book Award, Winner
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Dr. Toy’s 10 Best Socially Responsible Products, Winner
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iParenting Media Awards Greatest Products, Winner
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Dr. Toy’s Best Children’s Products, Winner
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Dr. Toyandrsquo;s 10 Best Socially Responsible Products, Winner
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and#160;Dr. Toyandrsquo;s Best Childrenandrsquo;s Products, Winner
About the Author
Elizabeth Verdick is a children's book writer and editor.and#160; She lives in Minnesota with her husband and their two children.
Marieka Heinlen launched her career as a childrenandrsquo;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.