Hugs From Pearl by Paul Schmid

Whew I almost missed it... Today is National Hug Day!   I like the idea of hugging....it is warm and friendly and does make me feel better....especially if it comes from someone I love.  

Hugs From Pearl written and illustrated by Paul Schmid is a wonderfully sweet new book that is sure to become a family favorite.   I love little Pearl because even though her hugs are "ouchy" everyone still loves to get them.   I love her sweet face....Mr Schmid really captures the innocence of childhood in her expressions.   This is a beautiful read aloud that I would have loved to read at story time.  Perfect for a one on one read aloud or for a group....either way a lovely book to share with a child.

National Hug Day!

Today is National Hug Day or National Hugging Day! I think this is a great idea, I always feel that sometimes we need a hug just to get through the day.

Here are some really warm and fuzzy books about "hugging"~

Hug by Jez Alborough --- really sweet story of a little monkey who wants a hug

Hug Time by Patrick McConnell ---- The first line says it all "There once was a kitten who was so filled with love he wanted to give the whole world a hug!"

Big Bear Hug by Nicholas Oldland--new book about a bear who wants to hug everyone and ends up saving his forest....really sweet!

So give someone a hug~it will make you feel good!