Dont Do It, Doug! by Maudie Powell-Tuck

This charming picture book follows an irresistibly curious hamster whose lack of impulse control leads him to pull every lever and push every button in sight, much to the dismay of his onlooking friends. Young children will delight in the mounting silliness of Doug's antics, which provides a gentle, humorous exploration of cause and effect. The story cleverly builds anticipation as readers wonder if Doug will ever learn to pause before acting.

What makes this story particularly effective is how it transforms a common childhood challenge—managing impulses—into a shared, laugh-out-loud experience between reader and child. The repetitive warning "Don't do it, Doug!" creates wonderful opportunities for interactive read-aloud sessions, allowing preschoolers to participate in the storytelling. Parents seeking books about self-control and decision-making will find this hamster's humorous misadventures spark meaningful conversations about thinking before acting, all while keeping young listeners thoroughly entertained.