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Binding: Hardcover
EAN: 9780375824777
ISBN: 0375824774
Label: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 40
Publication Date: January 11, 2005
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Release Date: January 11, 2005
Sales Rank: 249707
Studio: Knopf Books for Young Readers
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How do you give your granny a hug when she lives far away? Send it through the mail, of course!
Owen’s hug travels across the country in a series of hilarious, sometimes awkward, always heartfelt embraces between animals of different shapes and sizes. Valeri Gorbachev’s adorable artwork pairs beautifully with Sandra Horning’s charming text, and makes for a fun, funny, and educational read-aloud. An unexpected twist at the end will delight readers and have kids asking for this book again and again.
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The Giant Hug by Sandra Horning and Valeri Gorbachev tells the tale of Owen, the pig's, present for his Grandmother's birthday. Owen decides that he wants to send her a hug, so he travels to the post office and begins a journey that touches each person (animal) in its path, as well as the reader. Gorbachev's pictures are softly colored with charming animals and images. Owen's hug works its way from his post office, to the airport, all the way to Grandmother's house with everyone who touches the letter ... Read More
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My daughter got this book as a gift when she was four, and it is great. The story is so sweet and fun to read, seems to put a smile on everyone's face. We have had this book for about a year now, and though my daughter sometimes forgets about it for a few weeks, she always seems to remember it again. Then we have to find it on the bookshelf and read it regularly for a while. We have family that lives far away, so we've talked about how it would be neat if we could really send them a hug in the mail. ... Read More
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My kids (ages 9 and 6) and I really loved this book. It really illustrated how one simple act of kindness can affect so many people.
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I purchased "The Giant Hug" as a Christmas gift for my Special Need
Grandson, Malachi. I read the story to him on Christmas Evening. My grandson has some limitations, but he has an exceptional mind. As I read The Giant Hug to him, I showed him the beautiful illustrations relating to the character being spoken of. As each page was turned, his eyes grew bigger,and he became more anxious. And as the story ended he looked at me and smiled, as if to say "I would have done the same thing". The ending ... Read More
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This is a terrific book, and is the PERFECT present for your favorite post office person! You could even give it to them with a hug and a chocolate kiss.
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