Snitchy Witch
“Oh moon so full, round, and bright
We beg one favor of you tonight
For witches who tattle, witches who snitch,
Tie their tongues, zip their lips!
No witch shall squeal or tell on friends.
This spell will be broken when the snitching ends!”
Tattling is an all too familiar occurrence among children that can have harmful impacts on friends and relationships. This spellbinding story encourages children to examine the difference between snitching and telling, and the impact of their words on others.
Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers with more information about snitching versus telling and what adults can do to help.
| Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-1-4338-3022-8
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$11.24 |
| Interest Level | Kindergarten - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 3 |
| Genre | Picture Books |
| Category | SEL: B Self-Management, SEL: D Relationship Skills, SEL: E Responsible Decision-Making, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2019 |
| Publisher | Magination Press, American Psychological Association |
| Imprint | Magination Press — American Psychological Association |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2025-01-01 |
Author: Frank Sileo
Frank J. Sileo, PhD, is a New Jersey licensed psychologist and the founder and executive director of The Center for Psychological Enhancement in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Since 2010, he has been consistently recognized as one of New Jersey’s top kids’ doctors.
Illustrator: MacKenzie Haley
Reviews
Publishers Weekly
“No one likes a snitch . . . spooky school backdrop (books, spiders) and the rambunctious cast in pointed hats may help the lesson go down easier.”—Publishers Weekly
Kirkus Reviews
“Explains the difference between tattling and telling: Snitching gets people in trouble; telling is for unsafe conditions, when someone’s hurt, or when you need help from a grown-up. . . . [T]ext for grown-ups follow the tale, explaining snitching versus telling, why kids snitch, and what adults can do about it. Haley’s artwork features dark backgrounds with brilliant splashes of vibrant colors and a diverse cast.”—Kirkus Reviews