"The Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn is the perfect read aloud for a child, like I was, who is nervous to leave the security of home and venture out into the big "scary" world. So it's a wonderful message for children facing separation from a parent, especially those just starting school. This book is reassuring in stating that love continues even when a child is apart from a mother. There's also an element of learning in that the story brings out information about nocturnal animals. It was a delight to read to four and five year olds and comes with sticker hearts to put on each child's hand. This book didn't get great reviews from "the professional book journals", but parents gave it an overwhelming 4-5 stars.
Here's a fun link for some lesson plans!
http://www.squidoo.com/the-kissing-hand-lesson-ideas#module110011711
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