While We Can't Hug

Hedgehog and Tortoise were best friends but couldn't touch due to social distancing. They showed their love through waves, kisses, songs, dancing, and letters, knowing they were loved despite not being able to hug.

Format: Board book
Length: 28 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2021
Publisher: Faber & Faber

Hedgehog and Tortoise were the closest of friends, with a deep bond that transcended physical touch. They yearned to express their love for one another in a grand, heartfelt embrace, but societal norms prohibited such contact. Undeterred, Owl reassured them that there were countless ways to demonstrate affection. Thus, they exchanged waves, blew kisses, sang songs, danced together, and penned letters, cherishing their friendship despite the inability to physically connect. In the face of adversity, they both understood the profound depth of their love, creating a beautiful, uplifting, and inspiring story that brought joy to the hearts of children during the challenging times of social distancing. This picture book serves as a reminder that love knows no boundaries and can be expressed in countless ways, even in the absence of physical touch.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 180 x 181 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571369133
Edition number: Main