While We Can't Hug
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Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 2020 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

While We Can't Hug

By Polly Dunbar (Illustrator)

Part of the Hedgehog and Tortoise series

Two friends find creative ways to show love without touch.

4.3/5 Goodreads · 888 ratings
32 pages· 141 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Hedgehog and Tortoise are best friends longing for a hug, but social distancing keeps them apart. Guided by Owl, they discover new ways to express affection—waving, singing, and writing letters. Can their friendship thrive without touch? This heartwarming tale explores love's resilience in challenging times.

From the publisher

From the team behind the bestselling The Hug, a heart-warming picture book that shows us ways to be affectionate while social distancing. Hedgehog and Tortoise were the best of friends. They wanted to give each other a great, big hug. But they weren’t allowed to touch. “Don’t worry,” said Owl. “There are lots of ways to show someone you love them.” So the two friends wave to each other, blow kisses, sing songs, dance around and write letters. And even though they can’t hug and they can’t touch, they both know that they are loved. A gorgeous, uplifting, inspiring picture book that makes social distancing fun!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
141
Reading age
0–5
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about hugsBooks about hedgehogsBooks about turtles and tortoisesBooks about health and daily living
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The fine print

Book details

Publication
Published
August 18, 2020
First published
August 6, 2020
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780571365586

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