The Perfect Hug

The Perfect Hug
Author: Joanna Walsh
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2012-12-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1442479310

An adorable follow-up to The Biggest Kiss, which School Library Journal called “a wonderful cuddle-up-and-read choice.” Includes audio! There are hugs for wrigglers, and hugs for gigglers. Hugs that are tickly, and hugs that are prickly…But what kind of hug is absolutely PERFECT? This fabulous feel-good eBook with audio is simply bursting with the cuddliest, snuggliest, most perfect hugs. Dive in and enjoy a hug yourself!

Group Hug

Group Hug
Author: Jean Reidy
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-12-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1250862116

There once was a slug, / needing someone to hug. When Slug happens upon a lonely beetle, he knows just what to do. He gives him a big hug—and then the two friends decide to pass it along. They meet Mouse, who's down in the dumps, Skunk, who's a bit smelly, and more and more animals, until their group hug stretches wide and tall. But when Bear comes along, will there be enough hug to share? This delightful picture book encourages kindness and goes to show "that a hugger finds happiness 'longside the hugged!"

The Hug

The Hug
Author: Eoin McLaughlin
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2019-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0571340032

A beautiful, heartwarming picture book with all the universal appeal of Guess How Much I Love You.Hedgehog was feeling sad.As sad as a hedgehog can feel.So sad only one thing could help . . .Tortoise was feeling sad. As sad as a tortoise can feel. So sad only one thing could help . . .In this clever flipbook, both a hedgehog and a tortoise are looking for a hug. They ask all the other animals they come across but for some reason no one will hug them. Until a wise owl explains: Hedgehog is too spiky; Tortoise is too bony. And that's when they find each other!'Feels like being enveloped in your very own hug.' Kirkus'A smashing story time tale.' Books for Keeps'It's utterly lovely. It makes her face light up every time she hears it.' The Guardian Best Books of 2019

How to Hug

How to Hug
Author: Maryann Macdonald
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2011
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780761458043

The reader is invited to consider some things about when, who, and how to hug and also advised to be prepared to receive one in return.

The Giant Hug

The Giant Hug
Author: Sandra Horning
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 47
Release: 2012-05-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0307982343

How do you give your granny a hug when she lives far away? Send it through the mail, of course! This sweet story makes a perfect gift for Mother's Day for the granny in your life, whether she lives close or far! Owen’s hug travels across the country in a series of hilarious, sometimes awkward, always heartfelt embraces between animals of different shapes and sizes. Valeri Gorbachev’s adorable artwork pairs beautifully with Sandra Horning’s charming text, and makes for a fun, funny, and educational read-aloud. An unexpected twist at the end will delight readers and have kids asking for this book again and again.

I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!

I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!
Author: Caroline B. Cooney
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2016-12-27
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0310754933

I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug!, written by bestselling author Caroline B. Cooney and illustrated by Tim Warnes, is a playful and comforting bedtime book that helps your child imagine all the wonderful and silly ways someone might give and receive a hug. And the lively text and illustrations show the special connection between a parent and a child. I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!: Has sweet, whimsical rhymes that encourage playful interaction between a caretaker and child Helps kids 4-8 wind down and drift off to sleep Features all the ways kids love to snuggle with the ones they love with humor and whimsy Celebrates the special bond parents, grandparents, and loved ones have with the children in their lives Is perfect for bedtime and lap reading, as well as a gift for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Easter, and Christmas Whether it’s a big bear, gasp for air, knock over a chair hug or a wet and drippy, slimy, slippy fish hug, children will giggle their way through all the imaginative examples of hugs we can give and receive. If you enjoy I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug!, be sure to check out I’m Going to Give You a Polar Bear Hug! for more hugging fun!

Hedgehog Needs a Hug

Hedgehog Needs a Hug
Author: Jen Betton
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2018-06-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1524737127

Everyone needs hugs, even if they're prickly. When Hedgehog wakes up feeling down in the snout and droopy in the prickles, he knows a hug will make him feel much better. But none of his animal friends are eager to wrap their arms around Hedgehog's prickles, and he's too smart to fall for Fox's sly offer. Then Hedgehog gets a surprise: Another animal in the forest is feeling exactly the same way. Luckily, both are kind and brave enough for the perfect hug.

Hug

Hug
Author: Jez Alborough
Publisher:
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2000
Genre: Children's stories
ISBN: 9780744592870

This package comprises a sturdy board book Hug, about a little chimp called Bobo searching for a hug; a cute cuddly soft-toy of Bobo; and a quality canvas bag to carry them both around in.

The Biggest Kiss

The Biggest Kiss
Author: Joanna Walsh
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2012-12-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1442433876

From tiny ants to enormous elephants, there’s a kiss for everyone in this warm and cozy feel-good story. Includes audio! Find out if worms kiss underground, with the soil all around, or if fish kiss with a splash and a splish in this eBook with audio. With an irresistible text that begs to be read aloud and adorable illustrations, parents and grandparents will love sharing this collection of affection with the youngest of readers.

While We Can't Hug

While We Can't Hug
Author: Eoin McLaughlin
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2020-05-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0571365388

The bestselling and heart-warming picture book that shows us ways to be affectionate while social distancing, from the team behind The Hug.Hedgehog and Tortoise were the best of friends. They wanted to give each other a great, big hug. But they weren't allowed to touch. "Don't worry," said Owl. "There are lots of ways to show someone you love them." So the two friends wave to each other, blow kisses, sing songs, dance around and write letters. And even though they can't hug and they can't touch, they both know that they are loved. A gorgeous, uplifting, inspiring picture book that makes social distancing fun!