Ways to Say I Love You

Written by Marilyn Singer · Illustrated by Alette Straathof

Discover how animals express love in unexpected ways, mirroring human affection.

3.6 Goodreads · 108 ratings

32 pages· AD460L

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Bookroo's summary

Explore a world where garter snakes snuggle and bears give cozy hugs, revealing the surprising ways animals show love. Through vibrant illustrations, see how these gestures mirror our own, bridging the gap between humans and their animal neighbors. Uncover fascinating animal facts and learn to say 'I love you' in various languages, celebrating the universal language of affection.

From the publisher

A sweet and lyrical picture book for younger children celebrating all the ways that creatures on our planet say “I love you.” From snuggling garter snakes to big, cozy bear hugs, this book in verse shares how animals we’d expect, and some we wouldn’t, express affection for each other. Each animal interaction is compared with a similar human one, in beautifully blended illustrations composed by the talented Alette Straathof–showing that we are not so different from our animal neighbors. Find out more about the animals in the back pages and discover how to say “I love you” in different languages.

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