When Push Comes to Shove" is a highly entertaining and engaging animated work that teaches children how to constructively solve problems and manage change in their lives without violence through the lives of three goats who lead their herds in very different ways. Told in rhyme, the story shows children how to balance their natural fight or flight impulses when confronted with everyday problems we all face. This transformative masterpiece is greatly needed in these times when even children and teens face ever-increasing depression, bullying, and mass violence. "When Push Comes to Shove" is pure fun that also carries important life messages. Through his artful words and colorful images, Dr. Murray delivers the teachings and incites of over 25 years of child psychology experience in a manner that children, young adults, parents, school administrators, and policymakers alike can easily translate into real world lessons and action plans. "When Push Comes to Shove" is a must-read work!