Even Firefighters Hug Their Moms
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2002 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Even Firefighters Hug Their Moms

By Christine Kole MacLean, Mike Reed

A busy boy learns even heroes need time for hugs.

3.8/7 Bookroo expert·4.0/5 Goodreads · 188 ratings
32 pages· 853 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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A young boy, lost in his imaginative world of heroes like firefighters and astronauts, is too busy to hug his mom. As he and his sister dive into their playful adventures, their mom gently reminds them that even the bravest heroes take a moment to show love. Will the little hero realize the importance of a simple hug? Discover how a mother's love can break through the most exciting adventures and bring her children back to the warmth of her embrace. Join this heartwarming journey of imagination and affection.

From the publisher

An imaginative boy pretends to be a firefighter, policeman, construction worker, and other busy people, but he realizes that it is important to take time to give his mom a hug.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
853
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~361L
Themes & topics
Books about firefightersBooks about familyBooks about imaginationBooks about jobs and careersBooks about mother and child
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.6
F&P level
~K
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
63490
Publication
Published
September 1, 2004
First published
January 1, 2002
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780142401910

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