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Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016
Hugs and Kisses
By Judi Abbot
Discover why everyone needs hugs and kisses in this charming animal tale.
20 pages
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 62 ratings
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Books About Hugs · 101 titles considered
The Best Hugs Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about hugs? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Hugs
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Nobody Hugs a Cactus
A prickly cactus discovers loneliness and seeks an unexpected hug.
42 pages· 517 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,062 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Sloppy Takes the Plunge
By Sean Julian · Sloppy series
A tree dragon resists bath time, but could cleanliness be fun too?
32 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 201 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018
Will Ladybug Hug?
Will Ladybug's friends accept her farewell hugs before her trip?
38 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 355 ratings
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$858
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2014
Hug Machine
A hug for everyone, anytime. Can anyone resist the Hug Machine?
36 pages
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 4,043 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
How to Build a Hug
A girl who dislikes hugs invents a machine to feel embraced.
48 pages· 868 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 582 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019
The Hug
By Polly Dunbar (Illustrator) · Hedgehog and Tortoise series
A hedgehog and a tortoise seek a hug but face unexpected challenges.
48 pages· 184 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 774 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 2020
While We Can't Hug
By Polly Dunbar (Illustrator) · Hedgehog and Tortoise series
Two friends find creative ways to show love without touch.
32 pages· 141 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 889 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2012
Big Hugs, Little Hugs
By Felicia Bond
Discover a world where everyone hugs, teaching love and opposites through vibrant animal adventures.
32 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.4/5 Goodreads · 465 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2021
Don't Hug Doug
By Carrie Finison, Daniel Wiseman (Illustrator)
A kid who dislikes hugs learns the importance of asking for consent.
32 pages· 418 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,975 ratings
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Hugs Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about hugs for the youngest readers and listeners.
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I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!
Ages 0–4 · 2016
Discover the whimsical world of hugs that spark giggles and bedtime dreams.
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$899
Goose Needs a Hug
Ages 2–5 · 2012
Goose feels down. Can a friend's hug lift his spirits?
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$799
Hug Time
Ages 5–6 · 2007
A kitten's hugs aim to change the world, one animal at a time.
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$799
Huggy Kissy
Ages 0–3 · 2012
Discover the joy of family love through a baby's eyes.
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$799
10 Hugs and Kisses
Ages 0–3 · 2021
Count to ten with adorable animals sharing hugs and kisses.
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$799
If Animals Said I Love You
Ages 0–3 · 2018
How do animals express love? Discover their unique gestures.
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How Many Hugs?
Ages 4–8 · 2017
Discover how animals and insects share hugs in this delightful counting adventure.
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Little Hugs from Little Loves
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Discover the joy of hugs in the animal kingdom, from dawn to bedtime.
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Hugs
Ages 0–3 · 2014
A walk reveals that only a mommy hug feels just right.
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Daddies Are Awesome
Ages 2–6 · 2016
Celebrate the special bond between father and child with playful puppy illustrations.
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Mommy Hugs
Ages 0–4 · 2006
Count the hugs shared between a mother and her baby.
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I Am Scary
Ages 0–2 · 2020
A monster's scare tactics fail when a child finds it huggable.
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Hugs Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about hugs for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Cuddle Bear
Ages 3–6 · 2011
A bear with endless hugs brings joy to the lonely.
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How to Send a Hug
Ages 4–8 · 2022
Discover the magic of sending hugs through handwritten letters.
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$1699
Don't Hug the Quokka!
Ages 4–8 · 2022
A cute quokka teaches kids about consent and the importance of asking before hugging.
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$1999
How to Hug a Pufferfish
Ages 3–6 · 2022
Underwater friends learn the importance of asking before hugging their prickly pufferfish pal.
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$799
Hedgehugs
Ages 4–8 · 2014
Two hedgehogs seek the perfect hug despite their spiky dilemma.
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$1799
Hedgehog Needs a Hug
Ages 4–8 · 2018
A prickly hedgehog seeks a hug but finds an unexpected friend instead.
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Same Love, Different Hug
Ages 4–8 · 2023
Explore how different people express affection and respect boundaries.
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$799
Time for a Hug
Ages 0–5 · 2012
When is it time for a hug? Anytime!
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$1499
Bugs Don't Hug
Ages 3–7 · 2018
This book compares and contrasts the daily lives of bugs with those of humans.
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$1699
The Runaway Hug
Ages 3–7 · 2011
A child's quest to safeguard a precious hug faces an unexpected challenge.
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$1499
I Need a Hug
Ages 3–5 · 2015
A character asks for a hug from various individuals, but is initially rejected due to their appearance.
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$1599
Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug
Ages 3–5 · 2019
A young dinosaur tries to overcome his physical limitations to show affection to his friend.
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Hugs Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about hugs for developing and independent readers.
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The Catalogue of Hugs
Ages 3–6 · 2022
Discover 25 unique parent-child hugs, from classic to daring, each with a playful twist.
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$1295
Miles Is the Boss of His Body
Ages 8–12 · 2014
A boy declares control over his body on his birthday.
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$899
No More Cuddles!
Ages 3–7 · 2015
A forest creature seeks solitude by finding a cuddly replacement.
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$1099
Do You Want a Hug?
Ages 6–8 · 2016
Join a playful hide-and-seek adventure with Olaf.
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