Please don't give me a hug!

Summary: "Hugs can be scary! Some children do not want to get hugged by strangers-and that's okay. Love and affection can be shown in many ways! In this sweet story, diverse children share different ways they feel comfortable being greeted by new and familiar friendly faces. Author Judi Moreillon's simple, powerful verses describe the many ways a person can show they care, highlighting the importance of empathy and consent. Estelle Corke's illustrations capture the warm feeling of greeting a friend. For special use with children on the autism spectrum or with touch sensitivity, Please Don't Give Me a Hug! has an encouraging emphasis on social-emotional development that instills confidence in children encountering unfamiliar or scary social situations. Curriculum Connections: community, compassion, diversity awareness, emotional well-being, self-expression, relationships, friendship, respect, self-awareness and empathy, special needs inclusion and awareness, social and emotional learning, social issues"--