This Kind Hands Are For and Kind Hands Are Not For printable PDF is a clear and child-friendly visual tool that helps young children understand safe behaviour, personal boundaries, and positive social skills. It clearly shows what kind hands look like in everyday situations and what behaviours are not acceptable, such as hitting, pushing, grabbing, scratching, pinching, or throwing things.
The resource supports children, kids, and young people to learn about feelings, emotions, behaviour, and wellbeing in a simple and direct way. It reinforces the message that everyone has the right to feel safe and that children can make choices about how they use their hands. The visual layout makes it suitable for early years, primary-aged children, and children who benefit from visual supports, including those with additional needs or emotional and behavioural difficulties.
This downloadable PDF is useful for parents, carers, teachers, social workers, early years/nursery practitioners, and other professionals working with children and families. It can be used at home, in classrooms, nurseries, therapy sessions, or family work to support behaviour management, positive relationships, and social skills development. It is especially helpful for discussing consent, gentle touch, and safe interactions in a calm and practical way.
The resource is designed for direct work and everyday reminders, making it a useful behaviour support poster and discussion aid for children learning to manage their actions and emotions.
