Duck & Goose, Goose Needs a Hug

Duck & Goose, Goose Needs a Hug
Author: Tad Hills
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2012-12-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0307982947

Duck & Goose are back! And this time, New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Tad Hills brings our favorite feathered friends out to celebrate Valentine's Day. What does Goose need more than anything this Valentine's Day? A hug from a good friend.

Duck, Duck, Goose: Read & Listen Edition

Duck, Duck, Goose: Read & Listen Edition
Author: Tad Hills
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2010-11-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0307938298

Duck & Goose, Goose & Duck. Feathered friends forever . . . or are they? That's what we discover in this charming and hilarious follow-up to the bestselling Duck & Goose. You see, there's a challenge to their friendship: a little whippersnapper of a duck named Thistle. Thistle's good at everything (or so she thinks), from math to holding her breath to standing on her head. Duck thinks she's fantastic. But Goose does not! And so Goose is faced with a problem close to the hearts of children everywhere: what happens when your best friend makes a new friend? This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.

What's Up, Duck?

What's Up, Duck?
Author: Tad Hills
Publisher: Random House Studio
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2011-09-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375988580

The stars of the bestselling Duck & Goose books return in this board book for preschoolers, this time, to introduce basic opposites. Now an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+! In this ALA-ALSC Notable Children's Book, Goose carries an oh-so-heavy log, while duck easily balances a light-as-a-feather feather. Thistle is one fast bird, but Goose is slooo-w. And when Duck is sound asleep, Goose is wide awake. With a simple text and colorful illustrations–plus the inimitable characters, of course–here’s a wonderful, and humorous, introduction to an important concept.

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!"

Duck & Goose Go to the Beach: Read & Listen Edition

Duck & Goose Go to the Beach: Read & Listen Edition
Author: Tad Hills
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2014-04-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0385376278

In this delightful follow-up to the New York Times bestselling Duck & Goose and Duck, Duck, Goose, Duck wants to go on an adventure. Goose doesn't. He doesn't see the point. After all, why would they go anywhere when they're happy right where they are? But then Goose sees the ocean and loves it. Who doesn't? Well, Duck, for one! This Read & Listen edition contains audio narration.

Duck & Goose Colors

Duck & Goose Colors
Author: Tad Hills
Publisher: Random House Studio
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2015-01-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0553508075

Learn your colors with the New York Times bestselling feathered freinds Duck and Goose! Now an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+! These humorous and expressive characters make learning the colors easy and fun. From New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Tad Hills comes another concept book starring our favorite feathered friends. Duck and Goose introduce basic colors in this sturdy board book, perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Praise for the Duck & Goose series: “Duck and Goose have taken their places alongside Frog and Toad and George and Martha as fine examples of friendship, curiosity and problem-solving.”—Kirkus Reviews “Charming, funny, simple, and surprising. . . . Hills is master of the light comic touch.”—The Boston Globe

Your Brain Needs a Hug

Your Brain Needs a Hug
Author: Rae Earl
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2019-08-13
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1250307864

Imbued with a sense of humor, understanding, and hope, Your Brain Needs a Hug is a judgment-free guide for living well with your mind. My Mad Fat Diary author Rae Earl offers her personalized advice on the A to Zs of mental health, social media, family and friendship. When she was a teenager, Rae dealt with OCD, anxiety, and an eating disorder, but she survived, and she thrived. Your Brain Needs a Hug is filled with her friendly advice, coping strategies and laugh-out-loud moments to get you through the difficult days. Witty, honest, and enlightening, this is the perfect read for feeling happier and healthier and learning to navigate life without feeling overwhelmed or isolated. An Imprint Book “A validating, hopeful, and practical guide to mental health... heartfelt and honest... Teens struggling with mental illness will find comfort and valuable information in this superlative guide." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Perceptive and accessible.” —Publishers Weekly

No Hugs for Porcupine

No Hugs for Porcupine
Author: Zoe Waring
Publisher: Running Press Kids
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2017-12-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0762462264

Embrace what makes you unique and encourage compassionate friendships with Porcupine and Armadillo in this delightful picture book that makes a great gift for Valentine's Day or for any day when a hug (or kiss) is needed. Poor Porcupine just cannot be hugged-his quills are too spikey! Each night, before settling down to sleep, all of Porcupine's forest friends hug each other goodnight. All except Porcupine, who feels left out-and grumpy! But when Armadillo shows him what a warm, fuzzy "kiss" is (even for a porcupine!), Porcupine is delighted and cannot wait to show his friends. With adorable art, Zoe Waring's story of making the most out of your physical limitations is sure to win hearts. No Hugs for Porcupine is filled with love and friendship, and is the perfect gift for Valentine's Day, or any day that requires a hug and a kiss.

Duck & Goose, Honk! Quack! Boo!

Duck & Goose, Honk! Quack! Boo!
Author: Tad Hills
Publisher: Random House Studio
Total Pages: 21
Release: 2017-08-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1524701777

It’s Halloween in the meadow, and the beloved, classic, and New York Times bestselling feathered friends Duck & Goose go trick-or-treating! Now an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+! Duck is going as a spooky ghost. Goose is going as a brave superhero. And Thistle’s costume . . . well, that's a secret. But what will Duck and Goose do when they hear a very scary swamp monster is looking for them? Praise for the Duck & Goose series: “Duck and Goose have taken their places alongside Frog and Toad and George and Martha as fine examples of friendship, curiosity and problem-solving.” —Kirkus Reviews “Charming, funny, simple, and surprising. . . . Hills is master of the light comic touch.” —The Boston Globe

Rocket Writes a Story

Rocket Writes a Story
Author: Tad Hills
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2012-07-24
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 030797491X

Inspire a lifelong love of reading with an irresistible dog named Rocket and his teacher, a little yellow bird in this sequel to the New York Times bestselling picture book, How Rocket Learned to Read. #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY School Library Journal • Publishers Weekly "A perfect choice to inspire new readers and writers." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Rocket loves books and he wants to make his own, but he can't think of a story. Encouraged by the little yellow bird to look closely at the world around him for inspiration, Rocket sets out on a journey. Along the way he discovers small details that he has never noticed before, a timid baby owl who becomes his friend, and an idea for a story. Tad Hills, the creator of the beloved Duck & Goose series delivers another heartwarming story, filled with fresh, charming art making this a favorite for story time. Don’t miss the animated movie based on the bestselling Rocket books--now airing on PBS!