Brothers Are Not for Hitting (a Gentle Parenting Picture Book Series for Kids)

Hands are powerful, amazing tools for playing . . . but hands are not for hitting our friends and family!

Wherever Laila goes, her adorable brother Reggie is always close behind. At school, church, even the bath! But on a trip to the zoo, when Laila feels too excited, impatient, overwhelmed, or reluctant to leave, her body tells her it’s time to hit! How can Laila find better ways to express her emotions and be safe with her hands?

Written by Preschool Therapist Ryan Allen, this funny, helpful book, will guide children to recognize the signs that they are about to hit, and teaches great techniques and positive alternatives to stay safe and have fun. There are many reasons why kids hit, from boredom to excitement, impatience to frustration, this is a common experience for many toddlers. But with a Gentle Parenting approach, there are equally many ways to identify, soothe, and change behaviors.

Gentle Parenting Series
Common situations and descriptive illustrations guide kids to choose positive behaviors instead of harmful ones. All books in this useful series include helpful tips and an introduction to the basic principles of Gentle Parenting, all written by licensed Preschool Therapist, Ryan Allen.

Ryan Allen became a child therapist because he wanted to help kids in those crucial years when their brains are still malleable and they are able to learn the skills that will help them for the rest of their lives. He helps families use the little time they have together to connect rather than fight and, in so doing, help to find peace in their homes. Ryan has helped families both in his practice in Atlanta, Georgia as well as around the world on TikTok where his viral videos have received over 13 million likes. Learn more at ryanallencounseling.com and follow him @preschooltherapy

Zoe Persico is an illustrator with a love for everything cute, colorful, and full of whimsy. When she’s not working, she enjoys hiking, cooking, playing Dungeons & Dragons, hunting for good finds at the thrift store, and watching documentaries. She currently resides in sunny Florida with her significant other and their dog, Zombie.