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Books in The Kissing Hand Series series

  • Chester Raccoon and the Acorn Full of Memories

    Audrey Penn, Barbara Gibson

    Hardcover (Tanglewood, Aug. 15, 2009)
    Chester Raccoon's good friend Skiddel Squirrel has had an accident and will not be returning - ever. Chester is upset that he won't get to play with his friend anymore. Mrs. Raccoon suggests that Chester and his friends create some memories of Skiddel, so that they will have good memories when they miss him. Chester, his brother Ronny, and their friends decide to gather at the pond, where they combine their memories and create a touching celebration of their friend's life.Many young children must face the loss of loved ones or the need to attend a funeral. This sweet story will help children to understand the positive purpose behind memorial services and how "making memories" can provide cheer and comfort when missing an absent loved one.
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  • A Color Game for Chester Raccoon

    Audrey Penn, Barbara Gibson

    Board book (Tanglewood, March 20, 2012)
    In this new Kissing Hand board book, Audrey Penn brings us more maternal wisdom to solve another of early childhood's little issues. Whether on a trip, in a restaurant or a store, children can become bored and fussy. Chester's Favorite Game provides an activity that will entertain young children anywhere -- finding things in many colors: white, blue, yellow, red, orange, brown, and black.
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  • Un bolsillo lleno de besos

    Audrey Penn, Barbara Gibson

    Hardcover (Tanglewood, Aug. 7, 2018)
    Este tierno cuento, continuación del clásico Un beso en mi mano de Audrey Penn, libro de gran venta según el New York Times, brinda a los padres otra historia de amor y seguridad para compartir con sus hijos. Chester Mapache tiene un hermanito, y ese hermanito parece querer adueñarse de su territorio. Cuando Chester ve que su mamá le da un beso en la mano, el beso de su mano, se siente muy triste, pero la señora Mapache calma sus miedos con su especial «gotas de sabiduría», y le deja saber a Chester lo mucho que lo quiere. Las cálidas ilustraciones de Barbara Leonard Gibson dan vida a una historia ideal para ayudar a las familias a adaptarse a los cambios que supone la llegada de un nuevo miembro.
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  • The Kissing Hand

    Audrey Penn, Ruth Harper

    Hardcover (Tanglewood, Aug. 15, 2007)
    In this contemporary classic Chester Raccoon seeks love and reassurance from his mother as he ventures out into the world to attend his very first day of school.
  • The Kissing Hand Series Bindup

    Audrey Penn, Nancy M. Leak, Barbara L. Gibson, Ruth E. Harper

    Hardcover (Tanglewood, Sept. 11, 2018)
    A bind-up book comprising all seven of the heartwarming Kissing Hand picture books by New York Times bestselling author Audrey Penn is perfect for gift-giving. Twenty-five years ago, Audrey Penn wrote The Kissing Hand featuring Chester Raccoon and his loving mother, Mrs. Raccoon, who shares a family secret called The Kissing Hand to give Chester the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. Through the years, Chester has encountered numerous situations where he must be brave, resilient, and kind - all attributes children learn and nurture as they grow. Issues covered in this series include starting school, a new sibling, moving, bullying, bravery, grief and memorial services, and a first sleepover. Now, Chester's adventures are available together for the first time. The perfect gift for a child new to or familiar with The Kissing Hand, this never-before-assembled collection is also a gift that will keep giving. As your child encounters these common situations, Chester is there to share his experiences and offer a positive perspective for both children and parents.
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