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What should my hands do? A fun Guide for Helpful Hands for little Heros! Positive habits for toddlers (Toddler behavior...

by Anjali Sharma

Book Details

Publisher:Rourke Publishing (FL)
Published:2002-01-30
Pages:48
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1600443729

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Emerging readers can practice the alphabet and important life skills at the same time.

Our Review

This alphabet book introduces early literacy skills while teaching practical life lessons that build character and independence. Each letter corresponds to a different responsibility or positive behavior, from "A is for Apologize" to "Z is for Zip your coat," creating meaningful connections between letter recognition and daily routines. The simple, clear illustrations show diverse children demonstrating these actions in familiar settings, making abstract concepts concrete for young minds. This approach to learning letters goes beyond basic phonics to integrate social-emotional development with foundational reading skills.

What sets this apart from traditional ABC books is its dual focus on literacy and life skills, offering parents a tool to discuss values while teaching the alphabet. The realistic scenarios—like sharing toys or helping with chores—resonate with preschoolers' experiences and provide natural conversation starters. Children who are beginning to recognize letters will appreciate the clear connection between symbols and actions they encounter daily. This thoughtful combination makes letter learning more engaging and immediately relevant to young children's lives.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction