Don't Stick Sticks Up Your Nose!
By Jerald S. Altman
The Story
A playful rhyming reminder that ears are for hearing and noses are for smelling — not for stuffing with toys, gadgets, or sticks, no matter how tempting it seems.
Why It's Special
For the toddler who treats every small object as a potential nostril experiment, this book turns a real safety worry into a rhyme they'll actually remember.
- Big idea: Curiosity is natural, but bodies have jobs — and some experiments are better left untried.
- Vibes: Playful, direct, and a little cheeky, with a steady rhyming beat.
Perfect For Kids Who
- are working on understanding body safety rules
- love rhyming and finishing the last word
- enjoy silly cautionary rhymes
- respond well to clear, repeated reminders
Ask Your Little Reader
- Real-life connection: Have you ever wanted to put something in your ear or nose, just to see what would happen?
- Body awareness: What are our ears for? What are our noses for?
- Story & problem-solving: What could you do instead if you feel curious about sticking something somewhere it doesn't belong?
- Imagination: Can you think of a silly rhyme of your own about what your ears and nose are really for?
