This Is A Gun: A Safety Guide For Families With Children

Author:   David Hayes Cox ,  Joe Ruiz
Publisher:   Common Ground Press
ISBN:  

9798218763015


Pages:   34
Publication Date:   01 March 2026
Recommended Age:   From 4 to 10 years
Format:   Hardback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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This Is A Gun: A Safety Guide For Families With Children


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This Is a Gun is a calm, age-appropriate introduction to firearm safety for young children and the adults who care for them. Written by a certified firearms instructor and a dad, this picture book helps families talk openly and clearly about what a gun is, why it can be dangerous, and what children should do if they ever encounter one. The focus is not fear or judgment, but understanding, communication, and prevention. Using simple language and gentle illustrations, the book reinforces a small number of clear safety rules that children can remember and parents can build on. It is designed to be read together, creating a shared starting point for conversations that many families know are important but are not always sure how to begin. With more than half of households in the United States owning firearms, avoiding the topic does not make children safer. Education does. This Is a Gun gives families a responsible, non-political tool to support personal safety, respect boundaries, and reduce the risk of accidental injury. Ideal for children ages 4-7, parents, caregivers, and educators who want a practical, thoughtful approach to early safety education.

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Author:   David Hayes Cox ,  Joe Ruiz
Publisher:   Common Ground Press
Imprint:   Common Ground Press
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.318kg
ISBN:  

9798218763015


Pages:   34
Publication Date:   01 March 2026
Recommended Age:   From 4 to 10 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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A certified firearms safety instructor with over 20 years of experience and training. A father of two and passionate advocate for children's safety, Dave wrote This Is A Gun to help families talk openly and responsibly about firearms. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Northeastern University and lives in Charlotte, NorthCarolina, with his wife and children. Through his work, Dave blends a deep respect for gun ownership with a heartfelt commitment to protecting kids through honest conversation. Born with a pencil in hand and an urge for artistic pursuits, he continues much the same to this day. His wife tries to keep his feet on the ground as best she can, but his imagination keeps his head firmly immersed in the clouds. Joe lives in Atlanta, GA, with his family.

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