Product Description

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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #535447 in Books
• Published on: 2006-06-25
• Original language: Spanish
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 32 pages

From Publishers Weekly
PreSchool-Grade 2-This translation of Penn's book published in 1993 by the Child Welfare League of America deals tenderly with separation anxiety. A small raccoon is reluctant to leave his mother to go to school. The mother raccoon lovingly and patiently explains that her love will always accompany him. She kisses his paw and tells him to bring it to his cheek and remember her kiss anytime he feels lonesome or frightened. Children will love the fact that the raccoons go to school at night in a big old tree along with owls, moles, possums, mice, and bunnies. This is a beautifully illustrated book with a reassuring message lovingly rendered in Spanish. Recommended for public libraries and bookstores. M.O.B.
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Customer Reviews

Sweet sharing in any language
I agree with Publisher's Weekly in giving this Spanish translation of The Kissing Hand a 5 star review. Connecting with our children is a number one priority, and this story does just that. Young Chester leaves the comfort of his home for school, but brings along his mother's love in the form of a kiss that warms his heart and soul. Chester returns this love by placing a kiss in his mother's palm, allowing her the same comfort. Chester feels safe and secure carrying this bit of reality shared by raccoon parents and cubs.