Hodder Children’s Books ISBN 9781444949988 £6.99
Pug’s adorable face looks out at us from the cover of this book. He is desperate for a hug. He approaches a variety of different creatures including cat, hamster, rabbit, fish, parrots and crocodile – but none will give him a hug. Pug does not give up and has a close encounter with Crocodile. Eventually he finds a hug and other creatures join in. This is a delightful tale told with humour and affection. Bold, colourful Illustrations match the text perfectly and the facial expressions are delightful. My favourite is the cat! Ideal for sharing, the rhyming text reads well aloud, and the repetitions encourage joining in. A charming book for 2-5 year olds with underlying messages about human relationships and resilience. Highly recommended.
Brenda Marshall