Book: In Hands Are Not for Hitting, little ones learn that hitting is never okay, hands can do many good things, and everyone is capable of positive, loving actions. Includes tips for parents and caregivers.
Many toddlers go through a phase where they hit. Hitting happens when they feel strong emotions that they have trouble expressing through words. Watch for signs that a child may be angry, frustrated, tried, or cranky, and encourage using words to express feelings.
| Audience | Pre-K, Elementary, Parent/Caregiver |
|---|---|
| Format | Book |
| Language | English, Español |
| Topic | Physical Abuse, Emotional Abuse |
Website: Based in South Carolina, Darkness to Light is a nonprofit working to end child sexual abuse by educating, raising awareness, sharing resources, and fostering a network of committed prevention advocates.
Book: In A Place for Starr, a courageous young girl tells the story of how she and her brother escape a scary home life and then how their family journeys to a peaceful, hopeful future.
Website: Teaching parents how to use filtering, monitoring, and intentional conversation to prevent harmful exposures with Internet-ready devices, Protect Young Eyes Protect focuses on four key areas of internet safety for kids and teens.
Video: Leslie Morgan Steiner tells the story of her relationship, correcting misconceptions many people hold about victims of domestic violence, and explaining how we can all help break the silence. Transcripción disponible en español.