I Need a Hug
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

I Need a Hug

Written and illustrated by Aaron Blabey

A character asks for a hug from various individuals, but is initially rejected due to their appearance.

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24 pages· 98 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· AD330L
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Bookroo's summary

A tiny porcupine longs for a hug, but his prickly spikes scare away all the animals. Just when hope seems lost, he encounters a snake willing to embrace him. Will this unlikely friendship teach others not to judge by appearances? Discover a heartwarming tale of acceptance and unexpected bonds in this charming story.

From the publisher

In I Need a Hug, a tiny porcupine just wants a cuddle. All of the other animals turn him away because of his prickly spikes. But finally the porcupine meets an animal who’s happy to hug — a snake! Rich with author-illustrator Aaron Blabey’s signature rhyming text and unforgettably splendid illustrations, I Need a Hug is a sweet story about friendship and learning not to judge a book by its cover. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any day that requires a hug!

At a glance
Format
Pages
24
Words
98
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD330L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.9
F&P level
~J
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
500047
Publication
Published
December 26, 2018
First published
December 1, 2015
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781338297102

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