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A Hug for You

Name: A Hug for You
Author: Margaret Anastas
ISBN: 9780439868662

by Margaret Anastas

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Overview

A baby duckling and his mother and tiny friends around the pond express themselves with hugs during a fun and event-filled day.

About the Author, Margaret Anastas

Margaret Anastas is the coauthor of the New York Times best-seller Thanksgiving is For Giving Thanks. She has worked in children's books for many years and lives in Pelham, New York, with her husband, Greg, and their two children, Owen and Zoe.

Susan Winter was born in South Africa and graduated from Natal University before becoming a social worker in South Africa and later in London. After the birth of her second child, she studied illustration at the Chelsea School of Art and began a new career as a freelance illustrator of children's books. Her books include Copy Me, Copycub and Always Copycub by Richard Edwards. Ms. Winter lives in West London with her son and daughter.

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School Library Journal

PreS-Hugs are for "a cold winter day....to chase monsters away....for...getting so tall...for no reason at all." This tender story explores the many reasons for a duckling to receive a hug during a day spent with friends that include a mouse, dragonfly, ladybug, fish, and caterpillar. But the last hug is the best-it's the one that the duckling gives its parent. Significantly refreshing is the unknown gender of both. The rhythmic text is set in large print against the soft pastels and white background of the pictures. Winter's illustrations provide a warm and flowing connection to the words, creating an experience that children are certain to enjoy.-Rebecca Sheridan, Easttown Library & Information Center, Berwyn, PA Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.