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!

A child shares ideas for different kinds of hugs, including a make-it-better hug and a bear hug. On board pages.

In this thoughful but playful picture book, illustrator Adam Carruthers perfectly captures the sentiments of four Michael Wagner poems about how families support and nurture their members. Suitable for pre-schoolers and early primary readers, Family Hugs both warms the heart and tickles the funnybone, while providing much to reflect upon about how loving families function.

Everyone needs love -- even the bestselling Mr. Panda! Mr. Panda is waiting with eager and open arms to give free hugs -- but nobody seems to want any of his cuddles. After his friends Skunk, Croc, Elephant, Mouse, Sloth, and Ostrich hug each other, Mr. Panda is left wanting some love. If only he knew what his friends have in store...Steve Antony tells a heartwarming story with adorable art and good humor.

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!

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!"

A Hug Is for Holding Me is a sweet, cozy book about love and affection and invites children to engage with the natural world in a fresh, new way. Some hugs are tight and some hugs are snug . . . but guess who gives the BEST hugs?

Who have YOU hugged today? Open your arms to this delightfully tender, goofy, and sweet book from Scott Campbell. Watch out world, here he comes! The Hug Machine! Whether you are big, or small, or square, or long, or spikey, or soft, no one can resist his unbelievable hugs! HUG ACCOMPLISHED! This endearing story encourages a warm, caring, and buoyantly affectionate approach to life. Everyone deserves a hug—and this book!

In this engaging picture book, children learn that love lasts forever, even when loved ones can't be physically present. Captivating illustrations and lyrical language pack a simple but powerful message: love can be given and received through nature. The book is intended for all children but is especially healing for children coping with separation anxiety, grief, loss or divorce.

Flip the flaps to watch the baby animals snuggle up! This sweet, interactive board book contains adorable illustrations of baby animals as they cuddle close to their parents. Young ones can flip the sturdy flaps to see the baby animals snuggle up to their mommy and daddy in this adorable little board book.