Author and publisher: David Melling, Hodder Children’s Books
Summary: This book tells the story of Douglas, a young brown bear, who wakes up one morning in strong need of a hug. He tries to find one, and on his search of the perfect bear hug, he hugs everyone he meets: a massive rock, a tree, an owl, sheep and a rabbit, but no one wants to hug him. However, the rabbit leads Douglas to the cave where his mother is. Finally, he snuggles “into the biggest, warmest arms he knew.”
Suitable for students in years: 3-4