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While We Can't Hug

By Eoin McLaughlin

Adjectives

heartwarming uplifting inspiring

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Hedgehog and Tortoise are best friends who long to hug but can't touch. Guided by Owl, they discover creative ways to express their affection—waving, blowing kisses, singing, dancing, and writing letters. Through these gestures, they affirm their friendship and love, even without physical contact.

About the author

Eoin McLaughlin is a popular author known for writing heart-warming picture books for children. His stories, like 'The Hug' and 'The Longer the Wait, the Bigger the Hug,' are loved for their kindness and gentle humour. Eoin enjoys creating books that help children feel safe, happy, and loved when they read them.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2020

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