An Alphabet of Hugs

From A to Z, An Alphabet of Hugs takes readers through twenty-six different types of hugs, demonstrated by twenty-six different parent-child animal pairings. The hug types draw inspiration from familiar parent-child interactions such as bathtime, bedtime, getting hurt, getting frustrated, needing to apologize after doing something naughty, and more that readers will relate to. While some hug names included might be unintelligible on their own, Snape’s illustrations provide the needed insight and can act as discussion starters about feelings and empathy. The illustration style itself is sufficient but nothing special, and the full collection of hugs varies in degree of cleverness and execution in both name and illustration.