Cool K.A.T.S. Don't Smoke

Every day, in every city, in every town, in every neighborhood you know, more than 3,000 teenagers smoke their first cigarette. Maybe you’re curious what smoking is all about. What it feels like, what it tastes like, if you would look cool if you smoked too. Cool KAT Kitty is here to share the real-deal about smoking and tobacco. What it is, and what it isn’t… This entertaining and educational book explores the mindset of kids and why they might be tempted to smoke. It goes beyond the typical "smoking is bad for you" message, and looks at how peer pressure, media influence, and marketing tactics by tobacco companies are all designed to make tobacco products attractive to kids. This book hits the right balance of being interesting and factual without "talking down" to kids or over-simplifying the message. This book addresses the dangers of nicotine, the "4 Lies Tobacco companies want you to believe", and the current trends in the tobacco industry - including e-cigarettes. Written for grades 3 - 7. Ideal for educators, home-schoolers, parents, and D.A.R.E. program coordinators looking for an engaging, age-appropriate resource to help prevent kids from ever picking up that first cigarette.

Hannah Whatley-Blaine a 9-year old who isn't waiting to accomplish her goals. In 2013, she founded K.A.T.S. - Kids Against Teenage Smoking, an educational program committed to informing kids & teens about the dangers of tobacco use. Her goal is to promote smoke-free, future generations. Through her website, video-blogs and social media, Hannah blends her engaging humor, science, and statistics to educate fellow Cool K.A.T.S. on the “why” and “how” of staying tobacco-free. She works in partnership with D.A.R.E. programs sharing this vital message through appearances, book signings, and speaking engagements. Hannah has received local and national media attention for her enthusiastic efforts.